Straight from the Fairyland created by Johnny Gruelle in his delightful Raggedy Ann stories comes....."My OWN REPRODUCTIONS "of the many wonderful and whimsical character dolls..... they will steal your heart away!!.....Just read what many of my Raggedy Customers have written about the Dolls that I have created for them ! ! ! !....WHY NOT COLLECT THEM ALL???...... Have a question? Just E-mail "Gayle" ......"Click Here"

These are Just a Few of my Customer Letters that I have come to treasure over the years....it is my pleasure to share them "Here" with you. So that you can read what other satisfied customers have said about my dolls

They are not listed in any particular order........and of course, there is not enough room to share them all, but I try to add a few every now and then.

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March 2, 2002
Thank-you!!!
(Brenda)

Oh gayle,
you do such a wonderful job on
your dolls--I want them all! (well, someday)
:) Mine sit on my bed and I just can't get
over the detail you put into them. Thanks
again! ~Brenda

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February 27, 2002
NOTSORAGGEDYACRE

Oh Gayle, my mom gave me my birthday
present early -she's sooooo bad at
secret's-LOL! I just love my camel and
Beloved belindy!!!! You do an awesome job!
Oh they're sooooooooo sweet! thank you
so very much! Brenda (my mom is Millie )

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February 21,2002
NOTSORAGGEDY ACRE

Hi...
Oh I am so pleased with Belindy and the
blue Camel...you did beautiful work...my
daughter was so pleased...it was an early
Birthday present...What a wonderful job you
did...thank you so much.......Thanks Gayle...I
LOVE them....Millie

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February 13, 2002

Dear Gayle, It is rare
today, I feel, when you can purchase
something and say..."It was worth every
penny!" Well, when i laid eyes on Miss
Belindy, those were my exact
thoughts.....VERBATIM! Gayle, she is
soooooo sweet. We have to be somewhat
careful...but I just had a feeling that Belindy
would be worth it. And she was!
Sometime, I would like to see your rendition
of a Knickerbocker Raggedy Ann. Do you
make that style? (60's/70's) If you do,
when you have a few minutes, let me know.
You are a gifted lady. Keep up the
wonderful work you do! God Bless.
Robin

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February 7,
2002Gayle,Love her, love her. I
got her
today in the mail. She is adorable and I can
hardly wait to show it to my
friend....THANKS.....It sure does look
ORIGINAL, but PRISTINE original!!
Mona

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February 8,2002
Hi Gayle, Belindy has just arrived and
she is beautiful! She is even cuter
than the pictures on the listing. I love her!
Thank you so much!
Sandra

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January 28, 2002
Gayle,It's PERFECT!
The Belindy dress and apron arrived today
and are TOO good! Now I have to
find a Belindy that looks brand new to wear
these beautiful clothes!! The
dress and apron fit perfectly and are just
stunning.Seriously, Gayle, the outfit is
beautiful and so well-made. Thank you
so much! It is just amazing what an
original-looking outfit does for this doll.
The little dress I had on her
was in "Belindy colors" but certainly didn't
do anything close to what your
beautiful dress does for her. Gayle,
thank you again for making my Belindy
look "orginal". She's one of my
treasures and you've just made her truly
look like one!
Cheryl

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January 25, 2002
Dear Gayle,Beautiful Beloved Belindy!!!!!!!!
The dress and apron came today, and wait
til you see my Belindy in
them!!!!!!! Thank you so SO VERY
Much!!!!!!! They do fit perfectly
and
Belindy looks like she's fresh from the
factory!! I keep turning to look at
her and I do believe she has an extra
sparkle to her smile now!
I am going to do a big photo shoot this
weekend with our digital and our
35mm. camera. I don't mean this as an
insult, but weren't you the A.T. & T.
worker? I think you should have been
designing dresses and dolls instead.
Her clothes are just fabulous!! I really
appreciate all the hard work and
planning that went into Belindy's dress and
apron.
You really have blessed my day!!
Thank you so much and I hope God
blesses
you too!!
Becky
THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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August 29, 2003

EDDIE ELEPHANT IS IN NEW JERSEY !!
Hi Gayle,
Eddie showed up today and we both love him on sight!!!! My husband thought
he was the best guy he has seen in a while. I have a lot of stuffies but he
is different. Thank you so much!!! We both love him!
Carol Perkins

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September 29,2002
(Carol Sullivan)

I'm so very pleased.
Now I have seen all those beauties posted on Emma's board, I would
rather have you
make me an Ann than just costume it. Still will send fabric, though,
once I choose it.
I'm thinking this:
Mollye pie-cut eyes like the Mollye you made.
Big looped top-knot hair like the dark dressed l950 style Ann.
5 lashes Over the eyes like on the Crooksville plate.
Not fussy about changing shoe or stocking colors. If you have fabric
available you can
do so but not necessary.
Dress will be blue cambric or chambray (not sure which is which)
pantalettes will be red gingham-possibly seersucker
apron will be a fine red/white print, maybe little stars or??? we'll see
what I find
Im sure you'll do great on the doll fair. Wish we had that sort of
thing here.
Love and Hugs Carol

We received the Beloved Belindy you sent to Jean Owens. Thank you. Your work is excellent. We could not be more pleased.
Mrs.. Owens is my 6 year old daughters grandmother. She has sewn for years and is very discriminating. You passed the test with flying colors.
Sincerely,
Lloyd Blake

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December 12, 2004

gayle, i received the two western ragedies, they are absolutely beautiful. i
appreciate them very much. the time it took is absurd. i am going to send
payment for the blondes tomorrow. i am going to mail it by some other method.
i'll include some extra money for you to ship it faster. you probably know what
to do better than me, i'll leave that to you. i don't want the expense of next
day air. i will not charge anything over the internet ever again. i went through
a miserable experience that lasted about three years. if you will, email me an
estimate for maybe 2 day.
sincerely, thanx JViviano
ps if you have any creations not on your website and can send pics, please do.

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Knickerbocker Belindy 7-24-02
Hi Gayle,
Belindy arrived today! Thanks for being so sweet in following her
"journey". As cute as the pictures are they don't do her justice. She's
just as sweet as she can possibly be (& the detail on her is just
wonderful)! What a great "gift" you have! I had an aunt I loved dearly who
was very talented & made handcrafted items too (she never sold anything; she
just made them for family members - it takes such skill & patience & I don't
have either). You're a great "seller", it was such a smooth transaction &
such a pleasure. I would definitely do business with you again & look
forward to seeing future "creations" of yours --
Keep up the good work!!
Sincerely,
Kathy (A satisfied Belindy owner)

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Hi Gayle,
My dolls just arrived!!!! I am so excited – they are simply adorable. Uncle Clem is as cute as can be – his clothes are just fabulous! The purse is darling – you picked out a perfect one. And of course, the Belindy dolls – simply wonderful. These two are perfect and will make a wonderful addition to the Belindy family. I will send you pictures once I get them on the shelf. I have to do a little reorganizing now.
I tried to leave feedback in your guestbook but for some reason I got an error – said it could not find the page. I will keep trying.
Thanks again!!!!
Your raggedy friend,
Kim

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Hi Gayle,
I will definitely remind you of the sale price if I find anything else on the sale page I would like to order. Thank you so much! I just wanted to let you know that I could not resist buying your Belindy Valentine doll on EBay. It’s mine. I was going to bid on the Raggedy Ann too so before I pay for Belindy, I what happens. She is soooooo cute! I hope all is well in Sunny CA.
Talk to you soon,
Kim

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Hi Gayle,
My beautiful dolls arrived today! I left positive feedback for you on EBay. I have to tell you – I have been sick all week with bronchitis. I haven’t felt very well at all. When the dolls arrived, they really made me smile. I really needed a good smile this week. Thank you so much!
Your craftsmanship is so wonderful. I will truly treasure them all. This weekend I will have to do some serious reorganizing though so I can get them all in just the perfect spots. I will send you pics once they are all in their places.
Also, thank you for the sweet Valentine gift. That was a nice surprise. I will put the bears on the shelf with my raggedies. They are a perfect addition to the other dolls.
I treasure your friendship and hope to visit you again soon. I’ll keep an eye out for your newest creations!
P.S. Have you ever thought of creating a Georgine with the blue flowered dress and blue flowered feet? Those are so cute and so rare; I know you could sell them. Do you have a photo of them in your books?

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January 31, 2003

Hi Gayle,
do you really make all those Raggedy Ann characters??????? I just couldn't believe it. I even showed my husband. I guess I never really knew the extent to your talent...and that really says something because I thought your Belindy, that I treasure, was out of this world!!!!!!!! I know you said that you are sewing like crazy, but when things calm down for you, I think I'd like to discuss with you, your doing a doll for me. I just have to have one made by you. Ann is my favorite doll in the whole world, and to have one made by you would be so special to me. Would you let me know when the time is right????? Take your time...really!
Robin Bent

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January 8, 2003

Hello Friend !
She is splendiforous! Even my son who thinks I'm nuts admits "she's NICE".
Love the way her belly hangs over her waistband. And her pantaloons tell me she
is a very respected member of the household!!!!!Yes! I do love her and now have
to find the rest of my BB collection. She is the only Georgene type I have with
the black button eyes. All my BBs of course are crafted. Love all 3 heart
patterns. If you make a camel, I just might buy it anyhow, I'm just so strung
out on everything on ebay right now I'm afraid I'll be out of cash again
You could make a great Valentine display with Eddie Elephant as
well. Why not put up Eddie???? It's too bad that so many R people are unaware
of the earlier characters. I think you should put up Eddie, and then we could
tell about the Eddie book and post ebay auctions for the Eddie book so people
know who he is. I could start an "All About Eddie" discussion and keep adding
replies to it to tell people about Eddie. Im', sure Uncle Clem would add to it.
And we could post messages that say "Eddie tells us . . ." just for fun. Eddie
Elf could go up for May, the month of the fairies. We could put Pirate up
closer to Halloween. Let's market your creations and educate the public. (Carol Sullivan)

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May 13, 2003 Eddie Elephant
my mother-n-law will be 80 years old on may 28 - she remembers a book
she had as a child called "eddie elephant" by johnny gruelle - she
remembers the story and the animals in the story but has forgotten a
few of the animals' names- i have been unable to find this information
- if you could help or have suggestions as to how i could find this, i
would certainly appreciate it

Gayle,
Thank you very much for the story of Eddie Elephant. You provided so
much more than I could ever have expected. When my mother- in-law first
mentioned that she could not remember one or two of the names of the
characters, my first thought was to get a copy of the book for her
birthday - not knowing how difficult that would be. With your
permission I would like to print your version of the story and make it
into a nice presentation to give to her. I think that will make her
day special.
Again, many thanks.
Becky Johnson

May 14, 2003

Hi Becka !
I have been collecting as many of Gruelle's books as I can from
eBayEddie Elephant was one that I always seemed to get
outbid
on. Finally............a few months ago I won it............and it
inspired
me to finally make my Eddie Elephant character doll.
When I received the book, I read it straight through, but when
I got
your email............I couldn't recall the names of the characters
either.........sooooooooooo, I read it again today......Thanks for the
inspiration to re-read my very special storybook. EDDIE ELEPHANT
(in my own words)
Eddie Elephant was dressed in his nicest new clothes
(red/white striped one-piece outfit)
( with matching hat )
Mama Elephant had combed his (six) hairs and
parted them right down the middle....
as she always did.
Eddie Elephant was off to visit Gran'ma Elephant
who lived far away from Jungleville.
On his journey.......he first stopped by Uncle Harry Hippopotamus'
bakery......where he was given a
great sack of delicious cream puffs........
Then on to Cousin Katy Kangaroo's Candy Store...
where he was served 6 or 7 ice cream sodas and given a large
sack of tasty candy and Cousin Katy put a pack of
gum in Eddie Elephant's pocket....
Next........he came upon Cocoa-Boy(who only had brown skin
for clothes) he had Oxen pulling a cart and it was
stuck in the mud..........so Eddie Elephant worked very
hard and pushed and pulled and pushed it out for them
Then he gave each of them a stick of gum and went
on his way
at the river he came upon Christopher Crocodile and Alonzo
Alligator............who told him about a strange thing
they had seen going down the river earlier..making a strange
noise (there had been several men on it......
Then as he went along..........he came to where the monkeys should
be..............but no one was there...............he
looked further down the path..........there he found some mama
monkeys and grandpa monkey..........crying!!!
The men in the boat had carried away baby ......
Mabel Monkey, Mandy Monkey, Mickie Monkey, and
Maurice Monkey.......
Eddie Elephant surprised the men while they were eating
and frightened them away........and found the baby monkies
in a cage and saved them...........
As a "Thank You" Grandpa Monkey led Eddie Elephant
to a special place.......known only to the Monkeys ...(after swearing
him to
secrecy).........there were beautiful flowers of
every color growing everywhere...........looking closer...they were
not flowers , but lollypops growing wild !!!
the red ones were strawberry..white was vanilla..green was lime
flavored......yellow was lemon, pink was cherry and black was
licorice!!!
Then Grandpa monkey took him to the other side of the field where
there was a
barn...
he made Eddie Elephant shut his eyes until
he told him to open them!!
When Eddie Elephant opened his eyes he saw the loveliest blue
shiny bicycle..with rubber tires, nickel plated wheels & handlebars
and a
bell that went "Tinkle" Tinkle"
Grandpa insisted that Eddie take it for saving the baby
monkeys..........even though he did not want to........
He continued on his journey riding the new bike very fast and
ringing the bell as he went around curves...........
all the way to Bertram Buffalo's house
Bertram Buffalo rode the bike and just
loved it !!! Eddie needed to get on his way...........
it was getting late..........but
he hated to ask Bertram to quit riding his bike........because
after all...........he didn't have an...
Uncle Harry wlth a bakery.......
A cousin Katy with a candy store..
or friends to give him a shiny new bike...........so
Eddie Elephant gave the bike to Bertram Buffalo
and continued to his Gran'ma's house.........
When he arrived she fed him a HUGE dinner
She was very PROUD that he had been so kind to
all of his friends along the way
She fixed him a nice cozy bed and he went fast asleep!!
Eddie Elephant was very tired
after all the excitement along the way...

I hope this is not too long.............I thought maybe she would
enjoy a
"refresher" on the story.
Wish her a very HAPPY 80th BIRTHDAY
for me.
Raggedy smiles,
Gayle
" Happy 80th Birthday"
from
Not So Raggedy Acre

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Hi Gayle,
Just looking at your beautiful dolls, on eBay. Belindy is beautiful!
Have you ever made a "Molly'es Dolls" Raggedy Ann or Andy, or ever a
Volland, reproduction?
I have enjoyed reading about your dolls.
Thank You very much,
Kim

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WOW, Gayle, they're awesome! I think I love the Exposition one the most! I
will try to visit your web-page. I am going on vacation today, but I am
very interested in buying, or ordering, directly, I can't remember how you
had listed it. I DO LOVE the Vollands and Molly-'Es you have made. I have
an old pair of original Molly'Es I bought from an elderly couple, but the
Ann's face is quite torn, but I thought they were so unusual and hard to
find, so I bought them, and I have a nice old Volland, also a bit ripped,
not badly, but yours are beautiful. I'd love to have yours to compliment
mine! I'll be in touch, I won't really have access to a computer this next
week, I'll certainly be in touch!
Thank You so much, again,
Kim

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December 7, 2001

Hi Gayle:
They have just arrived and I love All Six of them!!! Your work is wonderful.
I've been a dressmaker,teddy bear maker, and now quilter for forty years
and I've seen none better than yours! Thanks so much for the great work.
I'll be on the lookout for that pok-a-dot fabric when I travel through the
fabric shops
Thanks and Happy Holidays,
Nancy

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(Beloved Belindy)
December 19, 2002
Kclemenz
Dear Gayle:
I am so excited to have found your web site! I have a Raggedy Ann and Andy collection and would like to begin collecting the other characters. Most especially I would like to have the Georgene Beloved Belindy doll. Is it too late to order one? Please let me know what I need to do to receive one.
Thanks!
Kathie Clemenz

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(Beloved Belindy)
December 19, 2002

Kclemenz
Dear Gayle:
Thanks so much for your prompt reply and suggestion that I checkout eBay. I did and have ordered Beloved Belindy. Now I can hardly wait until she arrives at our home in Mishawaka, Indiana.
Thanks again and have a wonderful holiday.
Kathie

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Re: Beloved Belindy
12/20/02

(Kclemenz)
Hi Gayle:
I am so sorry that I didn't check my email until this afternoon. The black eyes and calico print are what I want. Monday shipping is fine. No matter when she arrives I will love receiving her. I told my husband that I was so happy to fine your website because now I have a resource for all the other character dolls. He is pleased because it now gives him ideas for birthday and Christmas gifts for me. So you will no doubt be hearing more from me in the future.
Thanks so much for making Beloved Belindy for me.

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Beloved Belindy
January 3, 2003

Dear Gayle:
I received Beloved Belindy yesterday (1-2-03) and she is darling! Thank you so much for preparing her for me. She looks so sweet with my Raggedy Anns sitting in a doll cradle in our bedroom. You will be receiving additional orders from me in the future -- after I get out from under the Christrmas expenses.
Have a wonderful New Year.
Kathie Clemenz

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February 1, 2002

Hi Gayle, I could not get the link to your website to work. Maybe you can
send it to me again. If I got a Georgene, I would want to get one as close
to the original as possible. That is the reason I bought your Knickerbocker
Belindy. I have been looking at them for a while and I cannot afford an
original. Your Belindy looks almost exact to the originals! I can't wait
to get her! Thanks! Sandra

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February 8, 2002

Hi Gayle, Belindy has just arrived and she is beautiful! She is even cuter
than the pictures on the listing. I love her! Thank you so much! Sandra

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Venita Patzell
Manhattan, KS

30" set Ann&Andy...

September 13, 2002
Good Morning, Gayle -
Think I have made up my mind!!! I am sure the set you made for your Grandaughter must be perfect, so that is the one I am deciding on.
Please make a set of 30" traditional Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls for me, the same fabric as you used for your Grandaughter. I do want an embroidered face, red hair, red and white stockings, black shoes and, most definitely, the embroidered red heart on the chest of each, with "I Love You".
I am putting a check in the mail to you today, Venita

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WRINKLES
October 4, 2002

Wrinkles and I have just looked over ebay together. He is seated on my
lap and cuddled
under my left arm. He is very intent on checking out possible new RA
friends on the
monitor. His eyes are wide open with wonder!
He arrived very safely today. You and UPS assured he would stay healthy
and happy
due to good shipping and packaging. We have 40MPH winds today and some
heavy
rains, but Wrinkles was packed securely in his box with another big
plastic bag sealed
around the outside of the box.
Thanks for the card and notepaper, etc. which I will use to post a page
for you in my
special RA notebook. I really like the REAL wrinkled knees which the
last "Georgene"
camel really didn't have. The squared vintage joint buttons are
absolutely perfect in
design and shape and color.
Will shop for Crooksville Annie's wardrobe fabric this weekend.
Wrinkles is kissing the screen and waving his tail at you.
Thanks again for a job artistically done!
Carol

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March 19, 2004

Cindy O
Thanks, Gayle! I'll be looking for those little trouble-makers! Our Belindys are all anxious and bubbly! They can't wait to see the "men." This is just so incredibly exciting! I'll let you know the minute I let them out of their box! Thank you again so very much! Hugs! -Cindy

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February 10, 2004( RE: Wooden Willie for friend)

Hi Gayle! You can just mail the hang tag to him in an envelope with the other address - I can give him a head's up so he doesn't open his mail in front of her. She is a real character, especially around Christmas, Valentine's Day, and her birthday - she is always snooping for packages, and I just know if she saw something with "Raggedy" on it, she would talk him into giving it to her early! I suspect once she gets her Willie, they'll be ordering a lot more Raggedys from you! You know, it's a funny thing about my son - he gets frequent urinary tract infections, so he is on antibiotics quite often, and it seems that because of that, he often avoids the colds the rest of us seem to catch. But, this time he really got it bad, and I feel so sorry for him - he is so stuffy and uncomfortable. He had a high fever yesterday, which has come down, but I still might try to get him in to the doctor today. And, thanks for confirming the Belindy price for me - my girls are going to love them! They are always picking mine up and commenting about how cute she is! She just reminds me of a big old gingerbread cookie with a smiley face! When I am having a rough day, she always makes me smile! I always think about the day she was delivered, and how her cuteness made me laugh when I opened the box! Nancy has said the same thing. When she is overwhelmed, she says it is a "chocolate" day - and when she is REALLY overwhelmed - it is a "Belindy" day! Sometimes she'll call and say, "Let's pack up our Belindys and run away together!" Of course, she is kidding, but that sweet-faced Belindy sure helps! Fortunately, we are both spiritual people, and that gets us by, but I am so thankful that God brings other people into our lives - like Gayle Garbarino - who bless us with little treasures along the way! I can tell you must have an incredible sense of humor every time I look at Belindy! Well, I'd better check up on my Peter. He's probably ready for some hugs! Take care, Cindy

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February 5, 2004

( Cindy O)
Hi Gayle! My name is Cindy and I purchased two Knickerbocker-inspired Belindys from you last spring. I bought one for myself, and then just had to have one for my friend, Nancy, who lives in Michigan and was going through an extremely bad time. You were kind enough to ship hers quickly to her along with a card which I sent with the payment. We both have enjoyed our dolls immensely. Later in the spring, my hubby surprised me with an original Knickerbocker Belindy. I had always wanted one, but I have to tell you, although I don't like to play favorites, yours is by far my favorite. She is every bit as beautiful (probably more beautiful), yet she lacks that "mustiness" of her older counterpart. Nevertheless, they are best friends, and I wouldn't trade either of them! I have to apologize for not getting back to you to let you know how very much Belindy is loved by my friend, Nancy. She has a huge wicker basket in her room with all her Raggedys, and Belindy is front and center! Nancy and I had met on disabilities retreat (we both have disabled children), and instantly became best friends! Soon after her crisis, when you sent her her doll, I had a crisis of my own with my son. He ended up undergoing a 15 hour surgery with complications, and I think my husband and I took longer to recover than he did! I have always felt guilty about not letting you know what a gift you have, and how much joy you bring wiith the dolls you make. Nancy is such a special person. Aside from caring for her son, she has her mother and mother-in-law, both of whom suffer from Alzhiemers living with her. There are times when I know no words can help - just send chocolate, Raggedys, and prayers! Anyhow, although it's belated, thank you so very much for your wonderful dolls. I am just getting back to normal (?), whatever that is, and I have been looking for your dolls on eBay . Do you have any for sale? I would especially love a Wooden Willy! Also, in one of your pictures, I saw what I believe to be Ann and Andy in powder blue outfits. They were with a whole bunch of your dolls, behind Arthur. Can you tell me more about them? Take care! Love you and love your dolls! -Cindy

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February 6, 2004

Hi Gayle! Thanks for getting back to me so quickly! Yep, those are the Raggedys I was talking about (the brunettes). How much are they, and do you have them ready to sell? I am actaually trying to help out a friend's boyfriend. She is a Raggedy collector, and has every manufactured Raggedy known to man, so he is combing the hand-made circuit. I told him how awesome your Belindys are, and how thrilled Nancy and I have been! She loves her Raggedys in pairs - she never wants an Annie without an Andy, so I thought the brunettes were perfect, and different, because of their coloring. However, she also likes some of the more obscure characters, and I know he bought her the Applause Snitznoodle, and she was so excited (although I'm sure yours is much cuter!). So, I am sure she would die for your Willie, because there isn't a manufactured one, and that would be the last thing she's ever expect to receive, because she isn't even aware that one is made! He is actually looking for a Valentine gift, so I don't know if that is even possible. By any chance do you take charges? I'm not set up for Paypal, and I'm not sure that you would list Willie, anyhow - so other than a charge, I'm not sure how I could get the money to you immediately, so he could be shipped out right away. Also, I'm not sure you'd be able to get him stuffed that quickly! So, if you could let me know, that would be great! Wow! I can't believe you remember so much about me - you are amazing! I have spent this whole day just crying about that little girl, Carlie, who was found dead in Sarasota, and every time I hear something like that, I just keep thanking God that we still have our Peter, no matter how difficult his care is. I am blessed with a wonderful husband, who adores him, and makes my life so happy and easy! You know, I have always been dying to go to Arcola. My birthday is in May, and last year my husband was going to take us to Arcola - the kids, me, and Belindy! Anyhow, as spring approached, our son's scoliosis took a drastic turn for the worse. Gayle, When you get a chance, can you let me know about Willie, and if you think there is any possibility of getting him to the Chicago area some time next week? If not, he'd be a great gift for her birthday in May! Also, will you be making any more Willies any time soon? I sure would love one! Hey, how about creating a boyfriend for Belindy! I've got all my Raggedys in pairs, too, although I guess Andy is really Annie's brother, isn't he? Thanks again for getting back to me so quickly, Gayle! Take care, Cindy

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February 8, 2004

Hi Gayle! I'm sorry I couldn't get back to you yesterday - I was at an all-day wheelchair basketball event with my son. You know, I didn't realize most ofyour dolls were that large! I guess I just assumed the would be Belindy's size! I am sure my friend would still love Willie! She collects Raggedys of any and all sizes! Wow, that is so nice of you to be so trusting - I really apreciate that! Could you send the Willie to Carl V----------- Pollitt, Elgin, IL If he got it any time this week, he'd be thrilled! I will probably see her them earlier in the week, so it would probably be best for it to go to him if it will arrive later in the week. I am so sorry if you rushed to finish the second Willie - if you ever make him smaller, I'd love one! But if you would make a beau for my Belindy, that would probably be my first choice. Actually, I would take three of them, because I know Nancy would love one, and I'd give the other two to my two Belindys! Do you have any more of your Knickerbocker-inspired Belindys? My two daughters just love ours, and they want to know who gets her when I die? So, sometime before I pass on to the next world, I'd better settle that matter and buy another Belindy from you! You know, when I got her last year, it was quite cold, so I got a little red jacket with a faux fur trimmed hood for her, and I took her everywhere with me! People truly thought I was nuts! I kept it up until my hubby bought me the old Belindy, and then I let her stay home so they could play together! I'm thinking, though, that they would really like to have some beaus around here! Do you have a name for the ones you made? I think it's hysterical that you have already made some, because as soon as I saw her, I thought, "She's so cute - she needs a boyfriend!" Great minds think alike! Well, enough silly talk - I would so appreciate it if you would send the Willie to my friends - it will be a great surprise! Would you prefer a money order to a check? Also, Gayle, if you have any Belindys available, please let me know. And, when you have time for the Beaus, I REALLY want them! Thanks so much! -Cindy

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February 8, 2004

Oops! I just thought of something - when you mail Willie out, could you make sure the return address doesn't say "Not So Raggedy Acres," because my friend is kind of snoopy, and if she is with her boyfriend when it arrives, I am sure she will figure out that she is getting a Raggedy for Valentine's Day! Just your name and address, or address, would be fine. When you get a chance, please let me know if you have any more (Knickerbocker) Belindys and if you would prefer a money order. Also, I know you are very busy filling orders, but you do you have any idea how long it will be before you get to Belindy's beau? Thanks so much! -Cindy

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February 9, 2004

Hi Gayle! The Henny hat looks darling! Wow, a vest AND a jacket! Would Benji be $85.00, too? That seems like an awful lot of work for that price! I am a sewer, so I appreciate your talent! I truly do want 3 of them! Is it easier for you to make multiples or one at a time? I am just wondering if you would like to make one, and then see if you would like to double the price before moving on! I love the name, too! It really goes with Belindy! Any chance you can put his eyes in the opposite direction so they can "flirt?" What can I say? I'm an uncurable romantic! You know, I don't think I'd want naugahide feet on him anyhow. He'll be a better match with fabric! Gayle, there is absolutely NO rush on this. Just to know that some day, Belindy will have her beau is exciting enough. Heck, I didn't meet my Prince Charming until I was 30! So, you do what you have to do and Belindy can wait! Do you want me to send you some money up front for fabric and notions? Thanks so much for getting that other package (Willie) out for me today. Did you tell me if you would prefer a money order? I know what you mean about the "babysitting" thing. That is my pet peeve. As hard as my hubby works (60-80 hrs/wk), he always tells me I have the harder job, and tells me to go out with my friends, or shopping with my girls. He is awesome! I am sure your son-in-law is pretty special, too, though. If it weren't for him, you wouldn't have those two "gems." Yep, my birthday is May 14th - when my birthday is on Sunday, it's Mother's Day! My friend Nancy's birthday is May 6th. My hubby's is February 16th (Monday!) and her hubby's is the 18th. I'd better do some shopping for him! I have nothing so far, and here I sit buying dolls! Got to run - I have my little guy home sick today. Take care, Cindy

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February 9, 2004

Hi Gayle! I got the check in the mail. My son is really sick today, so I wasn't sure if I'd get to sneak out. I didn't have time to get a money order, but my hubby stopped home to grab a bite to eat, so I wrote a quick check, and dropped it in the corner mail box. I promise it won't bounce! Thanks again! I would like two of your Belindys if you can part with them. Would they be $182.00 - $85.00 each and $12.00 for shipping? Do you have a hard time parting with them? They are so cute, I just don't think I'd be able to sell them at any price! Thanks again! -Cindy

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February 25, 2003

EmmaM
Hi Gayle,
Just finished posting on the board about my Valentine Belindy!
She arrived today and she is simply adorable. I just love her! I am so glad
I got her! Now I know why you win so many awards on your dolls, as she is very well made!
Thank you so much! As money permits I would love to start buying your other character dolls too. I just loved Wooden Willie! Actually I love them all. You do such a great job! You have a new fan!
I hope you have a wonderful evening! (afternoon there I guess..lol)!
Take care
Emma :-]

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August 10, 2006

Beloved Belindy arrived just in time for my birthday yesterday! I was sooooo excited when the package arrived, but knew that I couldn't open her till my b-day party. My family prepared a nice homemade meal for me and a german chocolate b-day cake. After dinner and just before cake is when we get to open our gifts. Mom looked at me and said which one do you want to open first, of course I pointed to Beloved Belindy!!!!!! Although I knew what was in the box, I was still VERY excited when I first lay eyes on her! She is BEAUTIFUL!!!! She is perfect in every way! Rest assured that I will take good care of her and that she will be among loving Raggedy friends. My mother took pictures of me opening my gifts, I will borrow her camera and download the pictures to my computer. I will send you a picture of Beloved Belindy and I.
I am soooooo happy with Belindy and look forward to adopting another doll from you soon. Thank you so much! Keep in touch.
Raggedy Blessings,
Becca Miller

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March 7, 2007Hi Gayle! Henny arrived today! He is soooooo cute, I love him! Thank you so much for creating him just for me!
Again, I would like to say THANK YOU!!!!!! I will be placing another order soon! Stay warm and well!
"Blessed are those with Raggedy Friends." Becca Miller

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June 26, 2007
I am looking to buy replacement aprons for a couple of Raggedys that I have in my collection. I have been on your site. It is wonderful. You are one of the most talented people I have ever seen! I am having a struggle getting some of the pics and pages to come up however. Don't know quite what the issue may be. I saw some replacement clothes that you made for Becky on MSN. Let me know.
Christina

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February 5, 2003
Gayle,
My dolls arrived and Gayle........I am just thrilled!!!!
They are so special!!!
I have been putting up photo's as I pack away all my Raggedys out of my Raggedy Rooms
I am going to put my Belindy's.Arthur and Wooden Willie together And take a photo of them before I pack them away.
LOL LOL your wondering Why is she packing up her Raggedy's??????
Well we have a two story house and have for a long time wanted A one story house.......
So we are putting this one on the market and people beg to get these houses.........They sell most of the time in a few day's.
Of course it takes a while to close on it but with all my collectibles I need a head start in packing.
I think we found the house we want but no contract yet.
Back to the Belindy's I feel honored to own them.
Also I have your first and My Arthur is your fourth :)
God Bless,
Norma

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Pictures of Belindys
January 27, 2003
NJHALEY

OK Gayle,
They are great and I will pay sometime today!
Since this is non auction address them to me when you ship them
Norma Haley
LOL LOL silly me same address as him!!!!!!......... The verified address
Thanks, Thanks, sooo much!!!!
I love my Arthur and Wooden Wille you made and hope to get the other characters too.
Raggedy Hugs,
Norma

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March 22, 2003

Wow........ I can't wait!!!!!
You mean I get to be the Mama of your first born poka dot and floral feet Belindys..........Ha Ha.....How so very special!!!!!!!.
I feel like I got the first of something Great!!!!!
Will be getting more as time goes on if you have time.
So glad they got to travel together :)
Gayle, They are lovely!!!!
Your workmanship is outstanding. I was looking at my Arthur today. Oh and my Willie too.
Will post all of them together when Belindy's arrive here in Virginia.
Thank You Gayle!!!!!!!!
I feel like a kid. LOL
((((HUGS)))),
Norma

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Got Uncle Clem today :)
April 15, 2003
JHALEY

Gayle,
I got Uncle Clem today and I love him!!!!!!!
Thank You sooo much!
Your creations are amazing!!!
I love the way you did his legs And his cute underware :)
Details are outstanding!!!!
I think the other Characters are a must with a Raggedy collection!!!!
I am one thrilled Raggedy!!!!
Raggedy Smiles,
Norma

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Uncle Clem
April 7, 2003
NJHALEY

Hi Gayle,
Still packing!!!!
Sent payment via pay pal.
My hubbys pay pal...
Address it to me at same address........Of course!!!
Wow Gayle you place sounds Wonderful!!!!
My hubby is home sick today and .....LOL LOL even as we pack we discussed are we doing the right thing????????
This IS hard. SOOOO many memories here and the best neighborhood ever!!!! Just the house is old and requires constant upkeep. Also an Historical Village so you have to live by the guidelines here!
The roof is sooooo steep. My hubby went up to repair a couple slates in the roof this past summer and it scares me.
The roof on this house is all slate and been here since the house was built in 1918!!!
That good but if one has to be repaired its very dangerous.
He does everything himself.
A rare thing for us to call a repairman for anything.
I am going to love Uncle Clem.
Dont you think Uncle Clem,Woodin Willie and Belindy are a must together :).
I cant wait for Marcella :)
OHHH and your camel is sooo nice.
I gotta tell you ...........I see these other homemades on ebay and other places..... I wouldnt walk around the block for most of them. Now Phyllis,Eileen and Loretta's are very nice but the ones the other artists make are starting to look sooo goofy to me!!!
I like the traditional look in Raggedy's ........And yours are soooo realistic.
One day I will have them all!!!! :)
Gayle, Thanks sooo much!!!!
((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))), Norma

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Uncle Clem
April 6, 2003
NJHALEY
Gayle,
Uncle Clem is sooo cute!!!
How are you doing? Should have asked that first!
Me I am worn out :) I'll live !!!
This move is very stressful !!!
Just send a total with shipping and I will use pay pal
(((((Hugs))))),
Norma

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Valentine Camel & Belindy PLUS Knickerbocker Belindy
March 5, 2003
veholmes (Holmes)
Hi,
Checked out your site last night and it FANTASTIC!!!! You must have put in so much work. When it's not so late I am going to visit EVERY page! Wow it's awesome. I saw multiple dolls that I would like to buy but did not see the Valentine's dolls or the prices. I am going to need your help shopping. :o) You are so talented I feel really lucky to have found your page and YOU! hahahaha I am going to look for more of your auctions and see what I can buy. I want one of your Knickerbocker Belindy dolls and a Valentines Camel. just sending this off unfinished so you know I am here. LET'S MAKE A DEAL!!!! TEEHEEHEE

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January 18, 2007 Uncle Clem & Nice Fat Policeman
They arrived!!!!!!! I LOVE them Gayle!!!!!!! Nice Fat Policeman has the cutest little fat belly! And Uncle Clem is very handsome indeed! My Mom and Dad also love them! I can't wait to place my next order! Gayle...you really went the extra mile, thank you sooooooooo much! I am going to sign your guest book again shortly. My sweetie took a picture of me with Uncle Clem and Nice Fat Policeman just for you! I can't wait till I have one of each of your dolls! Expect to hear from me again soon! Again, THANK YOU soooooooooooo MUCH!!!!
Raggedy Blessings,
Becca Miller

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May 2007
Hi Gayle!!!!!! Eddie arrived yesterday! Eddie greeted me immediately with a nice handshake and then a big HUG! He is soooooo cute! I LOVE him! Thank you sooooooo much Gayle! Eddie has since traveled to my parent's house to meet my Mom and Dad. And then to my sister's house to meet my sister, Milissa. I have attached a picture taken this evening of Eddie and I.
Thanks again Gayle! I will be placing another order soon! Boy oh boy, I can't wait till I own them all! I hope that one day you and I can meet in Arcola, that would be the greatest!
God Bless,
Becca Miller

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Maarch 31, 2003
(cemoo)

hi there, i was admiring your mammy doll and saw the arthur dog. do you make them as well to sell? I would love to have one. thanks very much.CAthy :)

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Question from eBay Member
April 3, 2003
CEMOO

hi gayle, thanks for you informative email!! Could I possible place an order for the dog Arthur on sale for $55..00? I just love him and have to have one. I will be more than happy to prepay with a money order or however you do it. Please let me know. Thanks so very much!! Cathy :)

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April 2003
Hello Gayle,
The dolls made it here this afternoon! They're great! Thank you so much! I've been looking at them and having a difficult time deciding which ones to give away as gifts! ........ I came up with another idea....My sister teaches dance and last weekend, it was time for her studio's annual performances of "The Nutcracker" ballet. It's a surprisingly very good and colorful, fast moving production. My husband and I always help her with various aspects of getting it all together; it's sort of a big deal, and it takes a lot of coordination and work to make it all happen!.....Anyway, today I came up with this idea.....I thought, wouldn't it be cute to have dolls, pillows or other items as some of the characters from The Nutcracker? There are so many characters: the Nutcracker, the Ballerina Doll, Clara, Godfather Drosselmeier (Drosselmeyer), the Magical Growing Christmas Tree, the Toy Soldiers and the Rat King, the Prince, the Snow Queen and her Snowflakes, the Dew Drop Flowers in the Land of Sweets, the Sugar Plum Fairy, the dancers from other countries--Spanish Hot Chocolate, Arabian Coffee, Chinese Tea, Marzipan, Russian and Mother Ginger and her Pollichinelles. What would you think about the possibility of making some of these dolls? If you would be interested, what do you think you would charge for this? I could try to get some pictures for you...... At the performances, there are real roses sold and given to the dancers afterwards, and all sorts of ballet paraphernalia is sold. We always hold a raffle of some kind, too. (Most everything is for fund raising for the studio; it's a very small business being run on a shoestring.) We had been raffling off baskets full of items for several years, then this year we decided to try something different. We had five different miniature Christmas trees that were decorated and raffled off with all sorts of gifts underneath each tree. The tree that most everybody wanted to win this year was, of course, the Ballet Tree which was mostly decorated in pink and white, with satin bows, tulle for garland and it was full of ballerinas and other ballet-related decorations.....I thought, wouldn't it be great if we had some new and different items to sell or raffle at these performances? I was thinking it would be so neat if you made little dolls, ballet slippers, roses, ornaments or something like this that we could sell or raffle. But then I thought, the cost for this might be too prohibitive. Of course, I think my sister and I would like to have some of these dolls to keep for ourselves, too! Please let me know what you think about this?! We have almost a year until the next Nutcracker shows just before next Christmas, so there's no big rush!
Thank you so much again for everything!!
Dasha

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November 30, 2003
Louisa_Senges

Hi Gayle,
I was wondering when you will have the following dolls to offer. Do you only
sell via e-bay or do you not take special orders? I am intereted in Mr. Minky,
Wooden Willie, and the Nice Fat Policeman. I would be interested in purchasing all three.
I am, of course, dying to see the dolls.
Louisa

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12/6/02
louisa.senges (Louisa Senges)

thanks Gayle--they arrived this am. They are wonderful! Once again you have made me a VERY SATISFIED Raggedy customer.
thank you,
Louisa

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Travel'n Raggedies
September 19, 2003
Mss TV

GAYLE
OH MY GOD THEY CAME AND I CANT BELIVE IT THEY ARE JUST SOOO AMAZING
THEY ARE EVERYTHING I EVER WANTED I DONT KNOW HOW TO THANK YOU
I JUST LOVE THEM SOOOOOO MUCH
WHAT A GREAT SEAMSTRESS YOU ARE
THANK YOU THANK YOU
I WILL SEND PICS SOON
HUGS TANYA

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36 " Belindy & her Beau and two 15 " sets (Special Order)
September 5, 2003
Mss TV
oh i just love them you put sooo much love in them soo cute well let me know the total so i can have my babies im going to send you pics of the pup i sold she sent pics of him in his new home
Tanya

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Mss TV
June 11, 2003 NOTSORAGEDY ACRE writes:
Now,
The set of four 36 inch Ann-Andy-Belindy-"Beau" sell for $125 Each or....$400.........($200 each set)
And the two Ann dolls in the middle................those are 15 inch dolls which sell for $140 per set........$85.00 Each
If you place an order for multiple sets of dolls...........I would give you some type of discount.
Raggedy smiles, Gayle

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HI GAYLE
I WOULD LOVE BOTH SETS THE 36 INCH SET AND THE TWO 15 INCH SETS
I WILL GET BACK TO YOU IM HAVING PUPS TWO OF MY MOMMIES ARE DUE ONE TODAY AND ONE IN FEW DAYS SO I HAVE TO SEE HOW MUCH ITS GOING TO COST ME
IF I HAVE TO DO C SECTIONS IT WILL BE ALOT OF MONEY IF NOT IM OK TO ORDER ALL OF THESE
ILL WILL LET YOU KNOW I DO WANT THEM ALL SO IF YOU WOULD LIKE A DEPOSIT I COULD DO THAT OR WE CAN JUST WAIT COUPLE DAYS SEE WHAY IM UP AGAINST HERE

THANKS SOOO MUCH
TANYA

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36 in Ann & Andy plus 36 " Belindy & her Beau (Special Order)
June 12, 2003
Mss TV
Gayle, just let me know the total on these four and I want the others too,
Tanya

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December 30, 2001
ilvdogs2( Grieves)
Sorry for my haste! I found your website... I see you do make the camel....great! Now I like to know, do you ever take installments? I'm getting so excited seeing all of them (c:,
Elizabeth

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Belindy
January 2, 2002
ilvdogs2 (Grieves)
Hello Again Gayle~
As you can see below, I am not getting any images of the 'fabric'. I'd really like to see it... Especially now that I have to decide for my camel... I don't know if I'd want him w/ the blue hankie print for feet and ears but I guess against the white, it would look outrageous (great)! That word could go either way, ha,ha.
Yes, when I make my final decision... I'm sure I could pay them both up within 3 wks., just as long as nothing big comes along then we are fine.
I've got to get my stuff on e-bay so I can support 'my habit' I have some dolls and some old things I want to try 'my hand' at on e-bay. Now that I'm home, I'd love something like e-bay to keep me busy. I'm thinking of taking painting classes this winter and see where that takes me... these gals that paint gingerbreads and Raggedy Ann's on anything and everything, do fantastic!
So as soon as you can send that material for me to view... I then can give you my "final answer"... yes, that will be my "final answer" ha,ha.
Did you ever consider (don't think I missed it) making Raggedy Ann's doggie?
This magazine (country sampler) is one you could buy where ever you have all your popular magazines (sometimes in large chains of drugstores) and once you get it,,, then you can subscribe. I'm telling you, If you put your dolls in, you'd do fantastic! Anyone that wants to, can sell in it, but then you'd really get busy, I bet (no doubt)!
I will see what I can do to make copies of the articles on Annie and send it to you, either via e-mail or snail. It would be no problem (just have to take magazine somewhere to get it printed out :) IF I can get my hands on an issue that just past, I'll try to send it out to you. I can always send you one of my old ones but I'd love to get you the one with all the Raggedy Ann's (with Belindy) you'll flip! I'll true Gayle, that is the least I can do....
Have a good evening, (the dogs are buggin' me to go out)!
Elizabeth

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ubj: Belindy
January 2, 2002
ilvdogs2
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Hi Gayle,
Thanks for the pic's of all her outfits... boy you make it hard! Did you say you made one in a Gingerbread print? I have gingerbreads all in my diningroom. Do you have Belindy in that? I looked through all the pic's and didn't see the gingerbread fabric... I do like however, the blue handkerchief print... that I like real well!
I guess getting her w.the button eyes would be a good idea.
Don't know if you ever seen the Country Sampler Magazine? I think it was the last article they did an article (besides everyone's crafts for sale) on Raggedy Ann's and showed Belindy too. All the pic's of her were with the white buttons. Guess I'll go with that then to keep her original.
Take Care and Thanks again,
Elizabeth

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December 31, 2001
ilvdogs2 (Grieves)
Good Day Gayle,
I really do like Belindy (I also collect vintage Black Americana). Just really doesn't matter to me side or forward... BUT think I'd go with the older version (?) I'd really like to know your preference on Belindy? Plus I have always been wanting the (white) camel to match my older book Raggedy Ann & Andy and the Wrinkled Camel. Don't you think that would look nice together appropriate~ I thought it would make a nice 'setting'.
The ones that are up on your website... Are those the ones for sale? I see in spots where you have SOLD. I think that's where I saw your camel and I think it was w/Belindy (?) and also I noticed the 2 together had the matching materiial~ What a great idea!
You have very reasonable prices for all the work to put in dolls. . . I feel foolish even asking if you take payments! (adoption costs :)
But, it just seems when you have to make payments (as much as I wish I didn't have to but sure helps at times) it seems, you'll keep up with it instead of waiting till you have all the money in full~ sometimes that never happens (if you know what I mean :) ...always one thing or another.
I was even thinking of what you said, that making them "is time consuming"...
you really don't get paid for all your hard work!
You see, with all those wonderfully talented people... I get myself into trouble have to blame some one! (c; I'm in the process of buying a few Raggedy's (as some are then hard to get) First~ 3 homemade Raggedy Ann's that are only up for bid (one Andy) and the one by Knickerbocker (Cowboy outfits). The new Raggedy Ann Valentine one. I tell ya~ You ladies make it so easy for me to be bad... ha,ha
My husband & I just bought a house in the beautiful mountains of the Pocono's in PA. Before that we were in an apartment minus a lot of sunlight only 3 windows... I had been living in apartments all my life (not that it's a bad thing).
It had just been since almost 3 yrs. ago... this (at 43 yrs. old) is my first house ever! I have always dreamed of one day having a 'doll room' to put all my dolls in.... yeah right, as they are all over my house! I did though, enjoy decorating my guest rooms w/ all my dolls and others that were on the way... I could not ask for more!
My husband works in NYC (he commutes) and we would never have the house we have if we stayed on Long Island, just too high! But the commute for him is not bad, see he did take the bus until this happened Sept. 11th. See he works for Verizon and was right across the street for the WTC.... I am just one of the fortunate ones that got to see my husband again... even if it was not until Friday.
{Didn't mean to go all into that~ I just was gonna tell you about my new home and being in 2nd heaven (even though we are in here going on 3 yrs. :)

It would certainly be quite an honor (and I do feel) privilege to have some of your quality heirlooms dolls ( in the making :)
For now, Belindy & the white camel...
but again, do I pick from your website or do you have other (to match) colors?
Thank you for listening ]c;
A Safe, Happy & Healthy New Year,
Elizabeth @--->---

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January 2, 2002
ilvdogs2
HI Gayle,
I'm sorry you have not heard from me sooner. First off, my company just left this morning. But I've having trouble gaining access to all my mail (inbox,outbox, everything). All I get is a blank screen, it's most frustrating! I don't know what is going on... I finally was able to get e-bay up on screen... that's the only way I could get ahold of you. I don't want you to think I just let things go! Your dolls speak quality, showed my sister in law (who sews) and she was very impressed with them... she knows how I am with dolls and thought they should be something added to my Raggedy Ann room. They got a kick out of it as I have one room with all my Raggedy's... The kids just loved it! I really enjoyed my nieces, as they are 2 typical little girls who love dolls and stuff animals.
I have one problem (don't worry I won't drive you too crazy) ha,ha.
I keep looking and looking at Belindy and just wasn't sure if I want to go with the darker eyes now? At first I felt positive, then I looked at Belindy in the books and see originally she came w/the white button eyes... I pretty much like to go with dolls how they 'originially' came but I think her eyes look so much warmer with the way you did them in the black. So cute!
Soooo now I'm trying to decide! Anything you'd like to add or tell me that would help me make a descision? I know it's probably a personal decision that you think one has to make... but I thought hearing it from you will help me (?) ...hate to do this to you but I'm sure you can see what I'm saying... both are nice, maybe down the road I'll just have to get both!! :)
Also, how would it be if I start to pay you by sending you the full amount for one of them? I don't have your letter to read to see exactly what you told me.
I'm hoping when my husband comes home tomorrow morning he can help me with the computer, he always does!
Happy 2002,
Elizabeth

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Belindy
January 2, 2002
ilvdogs2 (Grieves)

Hi Gayle~
I'm very familiar with the gingerbread print! I have 2 dolls that came w/it! Robert Tonner dolls (if you ever heard of him). He's quite a doll designer. He made the newer Betsy McCall dolls and fashion dolls.
As a matter of fact, I have one in my dining room because of the pretty gingerbread print. . . Very country looking!
I don't expect you to send me a pix w/the camel & the blue hankie material... I know that I would like it... I love the combo of blue, white and yellow's together. But then I threw in red... Just that I was thinking about the blue hankie print on camel and then the gingerbread Belindy???
How do you think that would be? ...two different looks but maybe they will work? Well, w/ all my Annie's and Andy's (that are together) none actually match.
I'm not worried as I'm sure whatever we go with, you'll make it look great!
**I was also thinking about Paypal? Do you use it? That's another thought.... and w/all this I'm not making you all confused? Ttys,
Thanks again,
Elizabeth

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hello Gayle!!
Novemer 7, 2001
Cristy

Hi stranger! It has been so long since I have heard from you. I hope you are well. Are you getting ready for the holidays? I have been soooo busy with school and work, etc. I would like to get a Belindy doll if or when you have one. Cleety is getting lonely for his NSRA friends! Let me know how you are doing. Take care!!!
Cristy

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VALENTINE MAMMY & CAMEL
February 28, 2003
GENESUZY

Hi Gayle,
I received my beautiful Mammy & Camel today & they are wonderful! What a treasure to add to my collection. Thankyou so much for a perfect transaction. I also left feedback for you. Thanks again & have a great weekend.
Sincerely, Suzy

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January 28, 2003
RAGLISA

GAYLE!!!!
THESE DOLLS ARE SOOO CUTE! I STARTED GIGGLING WHEN I SAW BELINDY'S BEAU......HE IS REALLY OUT TO WIN HER OVER!! BELINDY IS PRECIOUS! THE FABRIC IS JUST RIGHT!
I LOVE THEM!!!
AND THE FAT POLICEMAN'S BELLY...KINDA LOOKS LIKE MINE! LOL.
THANKS SO MUCH!!
LISA

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Got em!
February 28, 2003
RAGLISA

I have your package, and I couldn't say how I felt when I opened your box. And b/4 I forget, the clothes for Belindy Beau worked PERFECT!
I really love your Floral Foot Belindy! The fabric is ME! I love her!
I need to add a wing to my home, just to display all the character dolls I've gotten from you! But that's ok, I can live with that!
I can truly feel we made a great trade! I love everything!
so...don't think I'm going to not comment on your note enclosed in the box...a 30-36" Cleety hmmm? I WANT IT TOO ---YOU'RE KILLING ME!
Time to get ready for work. Thanks Gayle....EVERYTHING IS WONDERFUL! LALLALALALLALAAAAALALA

Crooksville Camel & Raggedies
1/27/03
RAGLISA
There's plenty of things I want from you...The 2 oars would make a nice set, 1 sits vertical the other horizontal.
I want a Cleety, Eddie, and flower foot Belindy...(well actually I want each one of your dolls to make a complete collection) that would be so cool :O !
raglisa

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December 2006
OH gayle! they are absolutely beautiful!!! i couldn't be more pleased!!! you are a true artist!!! the craftsmanship is unbelievable!!! i didn't want to open the bags of the dolls quite yet!!! they seem so new and fresh!!! thank you for your patience and kindness... with gratitude,
Juli
hi gayle!

no problems! no worries!! i felt bad about asking for it!!! i should have waited for your reply about payment, and i always panic when i cannot pay right then and there! i also feel bad that the 2 beautiful dolls are only for me and not a gift for someone else!!! i know you must be so busy with the holiday season!!! my 7 year old has so much going on at school, and as one of the parent helpers, and working- there doesn't seem to be enough time in the day for all of the activities!!! holiday madness!!!

thank you so very much again for your attentiveness and kindness!!! for as busy as i know you are, you are the most efficient ebayer i've ever come across!!!

i wish you all the best this holiday season to you and your family! your exquisite creations have certainly made mine!!!

with appreciation and gratitude,
juli

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Georgene and Knickerbocker "inspired" Belindys
May 28, 2003
Grathel1

Hi Gayle, yes I did receive my dolls. I have been out of town just returning this morning so I did not know they had arrived. Thank you so much, they are just beautiful! I will let you know if I want to purchase additional Georgene dolls. Deborah

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Purchase of Beloved Belindy
March 12, 2003
Grathel1

It just got there???? Well, that's our U.S. Postal System,they told me you would have it in two days. Anyway, thank a million and I will be looking forward to ordering other dolls from you. As a matter of fact, I am thinking of ordering Beloved Belindy dolls for all my girls in my "female responsibility" program. As part of my Doctorate studies, I developed a Rites of Passage program for African American girls. As part of my research, I implemented the program in the Jeffries Housing Projects, the largest public housing complex here in Detroit. I and two other dedicated sisters worked with girls who were doing everything from dealing drugs to having babies, but we stayed and we made a difference in their lives. Many of the girls who started with us in 1990 are now young women who are doing quite well. We did lose some, but our wins far outweighed our losses. In 1994 the program was adopted by the Detroit Public Schools Office of Guidance and is currently used in several high schools. My heart remains with girls and young women who are considered at-risk by societal definitions, so I still work in the projects as well as a community center on the lower East side of Detroit. This is my passion, my love and my commitment to ensure my girls truly understand who they are and the potential of greatness they can become. They need to understand the significance of Beloved Belindy as it relates to our history. After all, this is a black character who showed leadership abilities and problem solving skills when many black characters were being depicted as less than intelligent. Again, thank you for your patience. Deborah

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Purchase of Beloved Belindy
March 12, 2003
Grathel1

Thank you, we're looking forward to receiving her!

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Travel'n Belindy
March 18, 2003
Grathel1

Hi Gayle, I did receive her and she is simply beautiful!! I cannot believe how authentic she looks. You really do excellent work and I thank you so much for being patient with me. I would like to order the Georgene Beloved Belindy for my own collection and another Knickerbocker version for my other granddaughter. I would also like to know what your wholesale price would be if I ordered multiple dolls. Let me know, thanks Deborah

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Georgene and Knickerbocker "inspired" Belindys
3/19/03
Grathel1

Hi Gayle, thank you for responding so quickly. Please go ahead and process the order for the two Belindy's (Georgene and Knickerbocker) for myself and my other granddaughter. I am broke this week (laugh) you know, all the normal things one must do to survive (i.e. tuition for kids, housenote, etc)(however, I will send you a money order on Friday, March 28th for the purchase of these two little ladies. As far as the multiple orders, I need to see what my budget for the prevention program will look like and I won't know until April 1. At that time I will know what I can afford to pay for the dolls and how many I will need to purchase. I clearly recognize the importance of paying for what you get and your work is beautiful and I want to be fair with you in negotiating a price. So I will let keep in touch as it relates to the other dolls, but for now, I definitely want to get the two Belindy's we have spoken about. Thanks Deborah

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Georgene and Knickerbocker "inspired" Belindys
March 20,2003
Grathel1

Hi Gayle, I believe the pictures I have seen of the Georgene Belindy showed her with white button eyes with black thread criss cross?? I'm not sure, but I would prefer the white eyes. Thanks! Deborah
Gayle, I can't seem to open the attachment,but that's ok because I went to your website and I the pictures of your dolls (they are so beautiful) so, I know what I'll be getting. Thanks so much for everything. Deborah

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March 19, 2003
oliveoy
Hi Gayle! Guess who arrived today? Four little imps! Don't you just wish they could be like Pinocchio and come to life? They have so much personality, I'm not totally convinced they are just dolls! What did your granddaughter think of them? I'll bet she thinks she just has the coolest grandma! I don't know how to thank you. Your dolls are a real escape from reality when some of us need it the most! I will let you know what Nancy thinks when she gets hers, okay? I am hiding the others for my daughters' Easter baskets! THANK YOU - THANK YOU - THANK YOU!!! You have made my day! Hugs, Cindy
We got home late last night from Cadillac, MI, and I wanted to let you know how much Nancy LOVED her Benji! She was totally SMITTEN as was her Belindy! They are just TOO cute together! Aside from being my kindred spirit girlfriend, Nancy is also a quilter, so she does a lot of sewing, too, and she just couldn't get over his little outfit and all the special details! I think he was blushing a little bit when she undressed him in front of all her Annies and Belindy! Thank you SO much for making us both so very happy!
Nancy's big project right now is the wedding dress she is making for her future daughter-in-law! They are getting married in 2 1/2 weeks, and she is almost done - it is beautiful! Her son and his fiancee have a thing about Bob the Builder, so I bought the talking plush Bob and Wendy and I am making them wedding outfits! We are going to stick them on their sweet table. Nancy gave me a remnant from the wedding dress so I can actually make the dress for Wendy from the same fabric. Her son is wearing a white on white Hawaiian shirt, so I am going to try to order the same shirt he bought and use that fabric for Bob . I wish you lived closer, Gayle! I could use some guidance from a pro! I am so afraid I am going to wreck this fabric and then I'll be in trouble! I think I will just pray real hard and then plunge in! It should be fun, though. They are really sweet, silly kids!
Well, just wanted you to know that Nancy LOVED her Benji! She noticed the flirty eyes immediately, too! You did such a spectacular job, gayle. Thanks again! I'll let you know about the next batch after Easter when my girls find theirs along with their Belindys in their Easter baskets. I already know they will be thrilled, because they keep hugging mine! Hugs, Cindy

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raggedy
April 7, 2003
garmans
Hi
Got the package today. I think they are very cute. My girls already saw them so there goes the idea for a birthday gift. I will be sure to give out your cards at the festival. There is talk now of not being able to sell in our rooms. That is so lame. Talk to you later, Robin

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princess4o23 December 2006
Hi Gayle! What fantastic dolls you make. They are gorgeous! Excellent work!! Is there any other way you can ship Belindy besides UPS? Please let me know at your earliest convenience. Thank you. Have a wonderful day.
Hi Gayle, You are such a sweetheart! Tis the season to be jolly! Me and you are, but sometimes my hubby is not. Our zip code is 10516. Yes, I will accept UPS. Not a problem. Thanks for all your help. You are just outstanding!! Have a nice evening. Thanks for your excellent communication. Talk to later. Bye for now. :0)

Hi again Gayle. Oops, I forgot to ask you if you make all of the adorable raggedy dolls listed on your site. Your site is so incredibley outrageous! It is the best I have ever seen on ebay. Let me know how much they are, if you do make the others. If so, will they be ready to arrive for Christmas? I might like others too for my daughter. You have them displayed beautifully. They are all so adorable! Thanks again. I'm signing off now. I'll check my messages in the morning. It is almost midnight here. I'm tired. enjoy your evening. So happy that tomorrow is Friday, Yah! I'm off from work too. :0). Goodnight!!

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princess4o23 (439)
Hi Gayle! What fantastic dolls you make. They are gorgeous! Excellent work!! Is there any other way you can ship Belindy besides UPS? Please let me know at your earliest convenience. Thank you. Have a wonderful day.
Hi Gayle, You are such a sweetheart! Tis the season to be jolly! Me and you are, but sometimes my hubby is not. Our zip code is 10516. Yes, I will accept UPS. Not a problem. Thanks for all your help. You are just outstanding!! Have a nice evening. Thanks for your excellent communication. Talk to later. Bye for now. :0)
Hi again Gayle. Oops, I forgot to ask you if you make all of the adorable raggedy dolls listed on your site. Your site is so incredibley outrageous! It is the best I have ever seen on ebay. Let me know how much they are, if you do make the others. If so, will they be ready to arrive for Christmas? I might like others too for my daughter. You have them displayed beautifully. They are all so adorable! Thanks again. I'm signing off now. I'll check my messages in the morning. It is almost midnight here. I'm tired. enjoy your evening. So happy that tomorrow is Friday, Yah! I'm off from work too. :0). Goodnight!!

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(BELOVED MAMMY DOLL~KNICK INSPIRED~ BELINDY
May 28, 2002
RAGGEDYNANCY
Hello Gayle...I'm so excited to hear you have another doll available for purchase. I was so disappointed when I did not win the auction. I was away for the weekend and used the proxy bidding in my absence, but unfortunately lost the auction.
I would love more than anything to purchase the "Beloved Belindy" you have for sale. She is just adorable! I have an original that I purchased several years ago. I think it would be so nice to have an original along with a newer version in my collection.
I was also considering purchasing the "Arthur" dog. He, too, is an adorable piece of your craftsmanship and I would love to add him to my collection since I don't have any "Arthur" pieces.
Can you tell me the total cost of these items including shipping and insurance. Also, can these be shipped to my P.O. box or do you need an actual address?
Anxiously waiting to hear back from you,
Nancy Abruzzo
I'm very eager to see these new items that I can add to my collection; I'm sure I'll be delighted.
Thank you for accepting my check and sending the items prior to it clearing.
I look forward to future purchases from you. Have a good day.
Fondly,
Nancy

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MOLLY-Es'
JANUARY 26 2003
allourchildren (Sandy Tracy)
Hi Gayle
They arrived just fine. They are beautiful. I'm
showing them around for you-maybe some more business.
Thanks
Sandy

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Hello Price List with Discount
February 14, 2001
bennetts (Deborah Bennett)
Thanks so much for the price list!! I did get Belindy. She came Tuesday...
She is really beautiful. Can't wait to see snitz!!!
My husband is back from his trip, but I too have had a sinus infection!! I
must have caught it from you LOL =)
(LOL means laughing out loud incase you didn't know!!)
I was wondering if you have any pictures of the other dolls (camel, nice fat
police man etc.) ? If so maybe you could email them to me. My birthday is
March 5... so I am going to ask my husband to buy me a doll!! I'll let you
know, but I would like to see them so I can decide which one to get first!
Deborah

You didn't "encourage" too much!! lol Just kidding. I really want the
dolls! I just tried to send you money via paypal, but my limit is to low.
They want me to verify with my checking account and it will take a couple of
days to process. So it is going to be a couple days before you receive
payment! Sorry for the delay!
Deb

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Raggedy dolls
April 7, 2001
Cristy
Hi Gayle!! I haven't forgotten you!! I looked at your last few pictures of the new fat policeman. He is so cute. He doesn't seem to be that fat, though.:o) Let me know how the progress is going. You are so talented. I am envious!

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Raggedy dolls
June 5, 2001
Cristy

Hi Gayle! So sorry I have been so absent lately! I love your Cleetys!! Can I buy one or have they been sold? I would like the one with the rainbow striped tie. Let me know and I will send you a money order or whatever type of payment you need.
The festival was fun!!! I didn't take enough money, though! There were so many neat items there. It was worth our trip. The town of Arcola is tiny...not much there at all. The weather was beautiful! We were so afraid it would rain but it held off. I was amazed at the miles of cornfields. I have never been to Illinois so it was an experience for me. There were about 30 or so vendors there. You would do great there selling your characters because there weren't many homemade vendors. There was one selling adorable Belindys and they were gone buy the next day(I am not sure how many she brought). Yours were cuter.
I hope everything is going well with you. How have you spent your summer? I got accepted into ultrasound school. I was so excited. It is only for 12-18 months depending on what branch I chose to do. I will be able to work other places than just a hospital. I want to not work holidays, weekends, and nights which is what I do now. That's not the only reason I chose to change careers, but it was a factor. Pray that this what God really wants me to do. I believe that it is.
Write when you get a chance. Let me know about Cleety. Take care!!! Cristy

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Cleety Clown Arrival
July 20, 2001
Cristy
Hi Gayle!! I got Cleety on Monday and just got around to looking at my e-mail. Sorry! I must say your pictures of him don't do him justice!!! He is totally adorable!! I love him and am ready for another doll to add to the collection. What do you have available? I simply can't say enough about him. You do such good work.
I start school August 6th. I am nervous since it has been several years since I have had to study. Wish me luck. I changed my status at work to occasional to accomodate my schedule. I get paid more and can make my own schedule(based on what shifts are available) but I don't get benefits. This is just until I get out of school and find another job in the new field. Anyway, how are things with you? Have you taken any vacations lately?
I have looked at your homepage and left a message some time ago but I will look again and try to leave another. Do you have any Belindys? Let me know what you have so I can decide who will join Cleety. Thanks so much and I hope to hear from you soon. Cristy

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Got them
November 21,2001
LINDAKA
Hi, I got my little dolls and they are darling. They were a little sick, they said the ride was soooo fast... I have them sitting at the kitchen table watching me cook... I love them. You did a great job. All the details on their face are darling and the little ones have so much too. Thanks you so much, and I just know I am going to want more clothes, so rest up....Love, Linda

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December 30, 2003
LINDAKA
Gayle, I am so sorry I didn't email you. I did get so busy I forgot, but I didn't forget to enjoy these new people that shared Xmas with me!!! I love them all. I put both the gingerbread people on the couch together and Santa had a seat in a sleigh. Cute, huh. Thank you so much... Linda

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It's me again
Novemer 24, 2002
lklompus(Linda)
Hi, I just measured my Raggedy Ann and she seems to be 24. I would like
them to all be the same. I think if I had to choose, I would want the Santa
first then the Gingerbreadman. I was thinking of buying the little Mammy
Doll you have on Ebay, can I buy it now ? I am leaving the house
for a couple of hours, but will check my email when I return about that. I
like the eyes that are black with just a little bit on white, like in the
first picture of the eyes. What would the price of the Santa And
Gingerbreadman be? Two weeks would be OK. Thanks so much and I want you to
know I have left Raggedy Ann in my office all year....she will go in the
living room soon!! Linda

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It's me again
November 25, 2002
lklompus(Linda)
I would love the Mammy doll shipped right away, my address is
Linda K
Yes, the black eyes with just a little rim of white on the sides. I think I
want the calico print, since I'm not crazy about blue and I think the calico
is the list bluish... Two weeks is fine for the Santa and Gingerbread man.
Let me know how to pay for the Mammy and then I'll do the same for the other
two when they are ready. I can send a check or use a visa. Just let me
know, Thanks, Linda
PS: Is there any way that the Mammy could have the poka dot on?

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Polka Dot Belindy
November 25, 2002
lklompus (Linda)
I LOVE these fabrics. I wanted a gingerbreadMAN until I saw this and now I
think it would be so cute as a dress out of the plaid. So now it'a a
girl(gingerbreadlady) with a plaid dress on. .................we are talking
about the gingerbread people now, heehee? Linda

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Gingerbread and Santa
December 9, 2002
lklompus (Linda)
Hi, They are absolutely darling! I love the little hearts you put on the
gingerbreadlady....really perks up her face. I still think a little half
apron would be darling on her. One that doesn't go to the top, or am I
hallucinating,,,, I forgot the price you told me for the two, and if by
chance I could come up with extra...how much would it be for the man.....my
husband would take my computer away from me, heehee. Anyway I do love them
all. Let me know so I can do the pay pal thing again. You are so
terrific!!! Thanks Linda

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TRAVEL'N Gingerbread and Santa
December 11, 2002
lklompus (Linda)

Well, the big box arrived and everyone made the trip in one piece. They
were tired, but 'oh so cute'.... I just love them. I have Santa sitting on
my shutter box looking down at the room. I'll try to take a picture after I
get the rest decorated... thank you so much and please let me know how much
little Gingerbread man is, cause she is lonely. Linda

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TRAVEL'N Gingerbread and Santa December 11, 2002
lklompus (Linda)

Gayle, I was so excited that I just pulled them both out and did not look
any further and YES the box was in the trash and so was the gift. But, I
just went and got them out and I love them so much. The bag and the two
dolls are so so cute, what a wonderful surprise to add to my collection.
Thank you so much for doing that. Do you think you could adopt me? I'll
talk to you next week about gingerboy. Linda

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Gingerbread and Santa
December 9, 2002
lklompus (Linda)
Gayle, this week I can not afford three.....it's a good thing I got Belinda
first or I would have not gotten her, but I'm so glad to have her too. If
you have not sold him by next week, let me know, please, and I'll see what I
can do..... The money should be there, I just finished sending it. Thanks
so much, Linda
Ginger"Lady" has a new Apron!!
December 9, 2002
lklompus(Linda)
PURRRFECT!!!! I love it. And I love him............................don't
sell him this week, tell him to wait till I can afford him.....heehee, did
you get the money? Thank you sooooooooooooooooooooooooo much, Linda

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December 21, 2002
lklompus (Linda)

Gayle, put him in the mail. Please.... I am having 28 people over for lunch,
but I promise when I am together enough after, I will go to PayPal and send
you the money, Please.....This will just make my collection!!!! I'm sure
people will be asking where he is, heehee, Linda PS: I'll check back when
the Board Meeting is over, Thank You SOOOOOOOOO Much!

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TRAVEL'N Gingerbread and Santa
December 21, 2002
lklompus (Linda)
Hi, I just sent you $$$$from PayPal. That was what I remembered your last
email to say....I am thrilled that he is on his way. I truly thought I had
waited too long. So, thank you again... .Gayle...you are the best., Linda

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Gingerbread and Santa
12/5/02
lklompus (Linda)
Gayle, She is ADORABLE! I was shocked when I opened the door and a package
was there!!!! What service! Thank your husband for me for doing that. I
love her little polka dotted hat, she is sitting with me as I'm writing
this. NOW, I want my gingerbread....(did you make a guy and girl?) and
santa! I will do the paypal thing again so we can rush this after you are
done. I'm thinking maybe I need the guy too, send pics.
Well you did it again! Wonderful.... I'm leaving the tags on their arms and
when my grandchildren are grown they may know someone famous. Your
Raggedy's will be like Barbies, who knows.....maybe Gingerbread too! Thanks
so much, Linda

December 19, 2002
iloveraggedyann (Natalie Berry)
Can't wait to see doggie and look forward to buying from you in the future.
Once doggie arrives I will talk with him and see what he wants me to write
on the feedback page. I am sure he will have nothing but praises for you.
Talk to you soon.
Natalie

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Andrews Arrival was a safe one
December 24, 2002
iloveraggedyann (Natalie Berry)
Gayle,
You must think I am awful. I cannot believe i did that. Andrew is my real
doggies name. I am so sorry I wrote Andrew on feedback and not arthur. I
don't think I can fix that. ARTHUR is having a wonderful time here in North
Carolina. He has logged more miles than most doggies. I wonder if he can
get frequent ground miles from UPS? That would be funny huh. Sorry again,
I just noticed it and wanted to say oopps!
Natalie

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Gayle I want Wooden Willie-------Norma
July 6, 2002
RAGGEDYCISSY
Gayle,
Do you still have a Wooden Willie for sale
If so let me know. I love him!!!!!
Let me know and will send payment via My Hubbys pay pal. I love all your charactors .
I sure am enjoying My Arthur :)
Hope to get them all but Willie is got to be my second one :)
Let me know cost plus shipping and I will get payment to you.
Raggedy Love.................Norma

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Its really hard to keep up with the post and I'm afraid I will miss someone and hurt their feelings. Its such fun there . I love it.
I'm really Glad You are there too . You are a very special person!!!!!!
Not only talented But CARING TOO. We have some new members. So exciting!!!!
I was telling Emma I was getting Wooden Willie and she said she really loved him too . She hadnt noticed his arms until I pointed them, But she already liked him.
I think fat policeman will be next, I LOVE THEM ALL.
Thanks soo much. Raggedy Love...... Your new Raggedy Friend...... .Norma

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Travel'n Wooden Willie's Arrival !!
July 16, 2002
RAGGEDYCISSY
Gayle,
Yes he came yesterday.
Oh i love him!!!!
I posted about him on group
Thanks soooo much
Tee he..... go read what I said about Willie on group
HUgs Norma
Hi Gayle,
I wanted to let you know Wooden Willie arrived at my house
He had a big smile on his face and was so glad to see Arthur
He made me smile too
I love him and I hope to get more of his friends to come live with us
I was pleasantly supprised that he was bigger than I expected
Oh I just love his arm's.....Sooo Cute
Raggedy Hugs & Smiles, Norma

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March 22, 2004
sruley
(Knickerbocker Belindy ~ Georgene Belindy ~ Benji )
Received the dolls and they are fantastic -- thank you so much -- you are very talented!
Sharon Ruley

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GEORGENE STYLE BELOVED BELINDY
April 13, 2003
beesreel (Jim&Barb Rial)
Hi Gayle,
I received Belindy and I absolutely luv
her she is beautiful. You can't imagine the amount of money I have spent on
Raggedy"s this year I promised my husband I wouldn't buy any more for a while.
Their sooo cute I might have to sneak and when I do I'll be getting a hold of
you about a camel. Its been great chating with you and if I get the chance
someday to get to California I'll look you up. It's been a great pleasure doing
buisness and e-mailing back and forth Thanks Gayle I'm glad you liked my
feedback I meant it and I appreciate yours also Gotta run Bye Barb

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PICTURES OF CAMEL & OTHERS
February 20, 2002
bennetts(Deborah Bennett)
Hello Gayle,
Long time no talk.... Sorry I have been a bit busy. I love your camel... He
is really cute. Guess what..... Snitz came today. He is fabulous!!!! I love
him. Is that picture of the camel the large camel? That is the one I would
like. Did you work out that blanket problem? Let me know how much the
total will be... (My husband is away on business again)
I started a new position at work. I am working on the Progressive Care Unit
(cardiac telemetry). It is 12 hour shifts so I have been tired. On top of
all of that I had a wicked stomach virus!! I was sick as a dog. Anyhow,
hope to hear from you soon..... Snitz is really Great!!! =)

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UPS Package Tracking -They're in Illinois!!!!!!!
February 16, 2001
They're here!!!!!!!!!!!!! They are adorable!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks so much, Gayle--I can't wait for them to tell me of their adventures en route--twice! They are beautifully done--just wish I could leave you very positive feedback but think I can't as the transaction was private (reserve wasn't met). Will show my friends how nice they are and won't hesitate to recommend you to other Raggedy fans!
Thanks for all your efforts,
Jane and Belindy and Cleety ADS ON EBAY TO RESELL THE DOLLS ….JUNE 2001
RAGGEDY AND FRIENDS **CLEETY the CLOWN** ARTIST ! This very unusual and very well-made "Cleety the Clown" is a wonderful addition for your Raggedy Ann display! He is a full 22" (28" to the tip of his hat) and has lots of personality. He even has real ears! His outfit is quality throughout with snap closures. Please check my other auctions for the pictured Knickerbocker Ann, Andy, and Belindy available separately.
RAGGEDY AND FRIENDS ** BELOVED BELINDY ** ARTIST !
This adorable "Beloved Belindy" has been hand-crafted to represent the vintage Knickerbocker rendition of Raggedy Ann's friend. Her workmanship is wonderful, the materials all quality. She was created in 2000 and is absolutely incredible! A great way to have this hard-to-find friend for your Raggedy Ann collection! (Please note my Knickerbocker Ann and Andy and friends pictured with them currently available in separate auctions).

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Knickerbocker "Inspired" Black Mammy Rag DollOctober 26, 2003

raggedyellie
Hi Gayle! My wonderful Belindy arrived safely about 8:30 last night!
Your work is beautiful and I'm so happy to have one of your dolls in my
collection. Every nice thing I've read about you and your talent on the
various Raggedy groups is absolutely true! I can understand your loyal
following! Hope to add another one of your creations soon!
Thanks for everything - the quick communication, immediate shipment,
safe packaging! I have posted feedback - not enough room to sing my
many praises! Have a great Raggedy weekend! Elinor

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Knickerbocker "Inspired" Black Mammy Rag Doll October 21, 2003
raggedyellie(Elinor Nestler)
Hi Gayle! I was so excited to see your Belindy listed again....I really
had "buyer's remorse" because I didn't bid the last time she was
listed!! Now she's going to be mine! I will make payment through
PayPal but wanted to make sure that you will accept an electronic
transfer from my checking account rather than a credit card. I'll
complete payment as soon as I hear from you. Many Raggedy thanks!
Elinor

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BELOVED BELINDY Raggedy Ann-BLACK MAMMY DOLL
August 16 2002
carousel (carousel)
Hi!Gayle
I wanted to let you know that I received BELOVED BELINDY Raggedy
Ann-BLACK MAMMY DOLL
It's wonderful!!!
I want to thank you very much, I really appreciate your business.
My friend forgot send to me the doll so I received last week.
I'm sorry such long delay.
Taeko Nakai

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BELOVED BELINDY
Date: 12/3/00 5:42:45 PM Pacific Standard Time
From: lymanlady (sandy augugliaro)
To:
Dear Gayle, Belindy arrived on Fri. She is very exiceted about meeting my sister Faye.She is hidding in her box untill Christmas. She will have a beautiful home with many raggedy friends to look after,I can hardly wait to give her to Faye.She has looked high and low for a Belindy.I found her a few, but not as nice as yours. Thank you for sending her so quickly. When she gets settled in I will send you a picture of her and her new friends.
Thanks again
Sandy-----

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beloved belindy has arrived at her new home
January 15, 2001 McWcDc
beloved belindy has arrived at her new home
thank you very much i love her you did a great job making her
hope to see more of your dolls on ebay it was great doing business
with you thanks again.
wendy cyr

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BELINDY
December 20, 2000
Miss G 57
Hi Gayle:
I don't remember if I got back to you, but I did receive this beautiful doll. Thanks again and Happy Holidays!It was a pleasure doing business with you and Belindy is beautiful.
Will leave positive feedback.
Gail

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PERCY POLICEMAN (My First & actual "prototype" Percy)

December, 7, 2000
snorer9 (M. Anderson)
Gayle,
Percy is here! We were so EXCITED.....We could hardly wait !!!! Thanks for the speedy delivery. You do good work, he is
wonderful!!!
Thanks,
Marion

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Thank you for my WONDERFUL Christmas gift!
December 31, 2003
Hello,
I just couldn't go on any longer without sending you a big THANK YOU. My husband won one of your auctions and presented me with one of your fabulous Mammy dolls for Christmas. The quality is exceptional and it's easy to see the pride and love with which they're made. I've wanted one since the day I came across one of your auctions, many months ago. I just had to thank you myself and to let you know her smile brightens my day, everyday!
Have a Blessed New Year,
Kathleen Cramer

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GREETINGS FROM JAPAN From niftyrag
January 21 , 2003
ANA73955 (Sachi)
Hello!!
TRAVEL'N Knickerbocker Belindy & Raggedy Arthur reached my place.
It is very joyful.
Thank you.
It is my best regards even from this.
Sachiko

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GEORGENE STYLE BELOVED BELINDY
April 2, 2001
Raggamuffin51
Dear Gayle,
I am delighted to get your beautiful doll. As a doll maker myself I appreciate nice handiwork. I make Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls and I collect them as well. I have hundreds of dolls all over my home, store bought and hand made. Your wonderful doll is the first Belindy I have ever gotten. I am just learning all about the history of the Raggedy Ann doll and I can truly tell you that your Belindy is the nicest one I have seen. I cannot wait to get her. My mailing address is:Lynne Fratamico
Thanks so much, Lynne

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Belindy Doll
April 5, 2001
Raggamuffin51
Hi Gayle,
I sent a check yesterday. We are FINALLY seeing some sunshine here and we are supposed to be in the 60's this weekend. I know that isnt much to you folks out there but here it is a Heat wave. Well take care and thanks so much for this doll. She will be so special to me. If possible could you send me photos of other Raggedy characters you make. She sure is making a comeback and I am glad. I have loved her since I was little. Ebay has been great to get some things for my collection. Well take care and thanks again. Sincerely, Lynne

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April 24, 2001
Raggamuffin51

Hi Gayle,
I received the Belindy doll today and she is wonderful. Thankyou. What a beautiful addition to my collection. Thanks again, Lynne

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March 13, 2001
mljirishmist (Margaret Jeffreys)

Gayle, I received Beloved Belindy today. She is absolutely
precious! So much more athentic looking than the one people are paying
hundreds of dollars for! I wish I could leave you feedback. I have
placed her on the bed in my spare bedroom with my old Johnny Gruelle
book,although I might be tempted to take her to bed with me tonight!
Thanks again for giving me the opportunity to buy her. Margie39

Hi Gayle, Thanks! I am so glad to win this auction!
I will pay for the auction via Paypal. My name is
Maureen Terman in
Morgantown, West Virginia . Can't wait to see her!
KNICKERBOCKER BELINDY –THANK YOU

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TRAVEL'N BELINDY
March 25, 2002
mbuschterman (maureen busch-terman)

Hi, Belindy arrived, thank you so much, she is just
sooooo cute! You do great work! Maureen
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Maureen Busch-Terman

Hi Gayle,
Belindy arrived this morning! :-) She's just terrific, and Lexy's been playing with her all day...(taking her everywhere she goes)!! Sorry to be so late in notifying you (I just got a stomach bug this morning, but feeling a bit better now).
Thank you so much, Gayle, for all the trouble you've gone through!! Lexy wanted me to tell you, "I love my Belindy doll, and I think she's very pretty".
We're still reading about all the characters, probably will be for awhile! ;-)
Thanks again!!
That'd be great, Gayle!
(If you keep me in mind for if you ever make a smaller set, for
resale). I don't know how anyone sews the 16"...let alone, anything
smaller, either! ;-) Your granddaughter is so fortunate to have you. I
hadn't realized that I could find more information on each character, from
your web page, thank you!
Say, did you see the Beloved Belindy (Knickerbocker) doll listed on
eBay? (I honestly thought it was one of "your" dolls, that you
listed)...only to find out, it was a vintage doll!
Hope you're having a good week. :-)
Dawn & Lexy

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Sunday, January 04, 2004
Arthur Treasures

Hi Gayle!
I really love my Arthur – he’s so cute! When my niece, Jenna, opened it up, her eyes became BIG Saucers with a grin and said “puppy!” It was great. Thank you for making such “Treasures”.
I understand you’re going to Arcola in May for the first time. You’ll love it! My niece and her mother get there on Thursday and I come Friday AM. We stay at the Comfort Inn right off the highway outside of town. Where will you be staying? I’d like to meet you and say “HI!” I hope you bring a lot of your “Raggedy Creations” with you. I know they’ll sell. Many people sell their things from their motel room on Friday, Saturday & Sunday. One just goes “room hopping” discovering new things they can acquire as well as the sales downtown all 3 days.
There’s stores open downtown too to shop—antiques, novelties, as well as the Raggedys. Be sure to visit the Museum downtown. It’s got the history of Johnny Gruelle and daughter Marcella and then the Gift Shop.
There’s a lot to see in a few days, but it’s fun meeting all the people who are so friendly and seeing (as I call it) the “Miles Of Smiles” that can’t help but cheer anybody up. Thanks again and see you in Arcola.
Bonnie Mucha

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Check out NOT SO RAGGEDY ACRES HOME PAGE
July 5, 2001
tykasams (bonnie forbes-mills)

Hi Gayle, Good work on the site What's The Wooden Willy and the Mr. Minky??
I had trouble clicking the link wouldn't go but went with copy and paste. I
signed the guestbook you did a great job..

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April 21, 2001
(bonnie forbes-mills)

Hi Gayle, Hope your holiday was nice. Your pictures are great!! Mom and I
would like to start with the twins first if that's ok. I would like one
henny in blue and one in gray. and two Fredrickas. I also like the red
plaid percy best of all the one's I saw. I think he looks best in the red.
I'm also looking forward to the clown. Let me know. Thanks, Bonnie

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Re: Mr.Minky & Wooden Willie
January 18, 2002
(browsery)

Hi Gayle, The new little ones just arrived and they wanted me to tell you
how happy they are to be in NY I'm sure they will love their new home. I
just love them. Keep in touch and let me know if you make any new ones.
THANX, Marilyn

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Re: TRAVEL'N Eddie Elf dolls
January 15, 2003
(browsery)

Hello Gayle,They are here, safe and sound. I LOVE THEM ALL, keep in touch. Luv, Marilyn

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October 31, 2002
(allourchildren) (Sandy Tracy)

Hi Gayle
The two Belindys came yesterday. I unpacked them this
morning and took them to work with me to admire them.
They are great and you did a great job.
I like the pictures of Uncle Clem. What is the price
on him--that is if he is for sale?? Also do you make
the Baby doll Molly?? I have seen one in the books
and always have admired it.
Thank again Sandy

OH! How I love her! Love at first sight! What a wonderful job you did! Thank you so much! I sent the check out today, please let me know when you get it, so I don't worry that it's lost. I can't get over how beautiful she is! I'm going to forward the pictures to my Mom as she loves Raggedies as well! God Bless You! Mary

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She is Here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 3, 2003
(MryHm3)

She is here and I absolutely love her!!! She is so adorable!!!!!! You do such a wonderful job on your dolls and I will definately be ordering again! I'd like to order my Mother one for Christmas.... Thank you so much, Gayle! Take care and God Bless you and yours! Happily, Mary

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Re: She is Here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 5, 2003
(MryHm3)

Hi Gayle! Yes, she lights up the entry way with her warm smile. She is the first thing I see everyday and I just adore her. I never really was a raggeddy ann collector, but I think I may have become one! God Bless you as well and take care! Hugs!!!!! Mary

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June 18, 2004

She HAS ARRIVED! She loves it! Thank you SO much dear Gayle! May I place another order for one for me, identical? pretty please? These are my absolute favorite!!!!!
MryHm3... I'm SO happy she loves her doll! It warms my heart so....

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June 18, 2004 Mary Podesta re: 2 identical personalized Raggedy Ann dolls for her daughter Rebekah's 9th birthday and one to be given to Emily (2) when she is older.

They're here! I put them on the table, so my daughter could open the box herself! She's not home yet from school, but when she is she will get to open her presents from us! I love to see her face! Thank you dear Gayle for getting them here on time and for working so hard TO get them here!

You really do very nice things! Thank you also for being my friend! Blessings! I will e-mail picture of my girls with their dolls!!!!!!!

Hi Galye,
I'm sooo happy I won !!!!! It was very nice of you to have an auction to help Carol, I'm sure she appreciates all the kindness from everyone. Will look forward to getting my Arthur. Thanks again. Diane

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Arthur has arrived
June 22, 2003
Raggedydiane

Hi Gayle,
Arthur is wonderful, you are truly very talented!! Thank you so much for tracking his journey. I think he will like his new home, if it ever stops raining. We have had such a rotten spring. Oh well it can't get much worse, so there is something to look forward to. Have a great summer and thanks again.
Diane

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Beloved belindy doll purchase
1/6/03
(cmccarville)

Hi Gayle,
Belindy has finally arrived in PEI.
She is beautiful. Very nice workmanship. I have left a positive
feedback for you and hope you do the same for me.
I also received the check for shipping refund. Thanks for being so
honest about your shipping costs.
Take care.
Carole

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EDDIE ELEPHANT IS IN NEW JERSEY !!
August 19, 2003
mollyhopper (CPerkins)

Hi Gayle,
Eddie showed up today and we both love him on sight!!!! My husband thought
he was the best guy he has seen in a while. I have a lot of stuffies but he
is different. Thank you so much!!! We both love him!
Carol Perkins

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December 3, 2002
RAGLISA

WHOA! Hey I received the dolls today! Uncle Clem, Percy Policeman, Mister Minky, Wooden Willie, Eddie Elf and Pirate Chieftan!!!!! Girl! You are awesome!!!! I knew they'd be great, but not this great! I'm so glad I gave myself this Christmas present....YOU DID GOOD! LOVE LOVE LOVE UM!!
Many thanks,
Lisa

I got her today. She is just darling. Thanks so much for offering her to me; she's a great addition to my Raggedys. Diane

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Arthur
December 4, 2002
(RoseAfire)

Hi Gayle,
I received your dog today and he is soooooooooo adorable! You sew so beautifully and your packing is wonderful!!!! Have a beautiful day!
Thank You!
Rose @}---

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Arthur December 5, 2002
RoseAfire

Hi Gayle,
Thank you again for your beautiful Arthur dog. I have him next to your Mammy doll with the poke a dot dress. I love that doll too she is so adorable! You do such beautiful work...I left you your feedback. Have a beautiful day!
Thank You!
Rose @}---

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TRAVEL' N "RAGGEDY ARTHUR"
February 23, 2003
raggedybelle (Isabel)

Hi Gayle! :-) Yes Arthur arrived home thursday, he is just wonderful! I
loved him! Sorry I did not write to you and let you know sooner, I have been
in bed with the stomach flue for two days, and just now got up to check my
email. I was very pleased with him! Please keep me informed if you make any
other raggedy characters.
Have a nice week!
Izzy

Dear Gayle,
Clem arrived today and he is ADORABLE!!! He looks so cute next to my other
Raggedy Ann dolls. Thanks so much and I will leave you wonderful feedback.
Janet

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Beloved Belindy
January 9, 2002
TAWNITALL

(Tawni)
hello GayleBeloved Belindy arrived safely--she was very happy to get out of the box and meet her new friends on the raggedy ann cupboard. Thank you very much she is beautiful and will be treasured for many years to come. I will be leaving great feedback in a day or so. Have a great day and thanks again....... Tawni Tallmon :)

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September 12, 2002 Raggedymom ( Sherry Francis) Raggedy Arthur

Hi Gayle!
Arthur is here!!! He is sooooo cute!!! You did an absolutely great job on him! The 1st things I saw on him when I opened the box was his smiling face, as if he was saying "Hi there!" I just love his yarn hair! Thank you very much!
Raggedy Smiles!
Sherry

Oh, Gayle,
Belindy is adorable! I love her! I am thinking about embroidering her
mouth and nose though. I think it would add to the quality of the job
you did. My friend saw her and said WOW she sews very well! It looks to
be high quality! Let me know about the embroidery work on her face,
maybe I should just leave her alone. Linda

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TRAVEL'N BELINDY
March 7, 2002
sandil (Sandi)

Gayle .....GREAT NEWS.........I am so shocked....tonight I went out to the
garage because I was looking for some pictures that I have packed in one of
the boxes left out there from our move this summer....so as I was moving
some things guess what.....yes.....there it was....I mean there she
was.....I just don't understand how in the world they got into our
garage.....the garage is locked and the only way you can get in is by
opening it from the inside due to no handles on the outside....I feel so bad
about this because of all the turmoil it has caused.....please forgive me
and all I can say is that thank the Lord she's okay.....she is
beautiful...she's sitting in a chair next to where I am sitting right
now.....I still can hardly believe it.....thank you Gayle and especially
thank your daughter for everything.......I'm excited but yet upset that you
had to go through all of this....God Bless You....Sandi....P.S.. Belindy
says hi and that she's glad to be out of the box....she's smiling
though..... she is just adorable..... I'm happy now...... thanks!

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Beloved Belindy Doll
5/31/02
EssenmacherRB

Hi Gayle:
Received the beautiful Belindy doll this afternoon. I am so
pleased with her. You can be proud of your sewing. Will
enjoy for many years to come.
Thanks Barb.................. .

HI GAYLE
BELINDY JUST ARRIVED IN A SMASHED BOX!! ( I THINK SHE WAS TRYING TO GET OUT
OF THAT BOX!!) BUT I AM HAPPY TO REPORT SHE IS IN PERFECT CONDITION!! I JUST
LOVE HER!! YOU DID A WONDERFUL JOB ON HER, SHE LOOKS LIKE THE REAL THING!!
THANKS SO MUCH
I WILL POST POSSITIVE FEEDBACK FOR YOU!
YOUR RAGGEDY FRIEND
GAIL

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Hi Gayle
Ann is here and she is more beautiful than I could ever imagine! Your work is so incredible! Next I want to get a matching 36" Andy .
I look forward to making more purchases from you, I have seen other dolls on you re website that I am interested in.
As soon as I received my Beautiful Ann , my friend came to look at her, she and her mother both collect, so maybe they will have some orders coming you re way as well.
Patricia Bishop

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July 7,2007

I snapped some pictures of Pirate Cheiftan and Beloved Belindy all dressed up in her new clothes! She is quite happy now, because I imagine she was embarrassed running around in her bloomers! Pirate Cheiftan is happy too, he loves all of his new Raggedy friends!
I just love the characters, they are so much fun! Gayle, if only you knew how grateful I am to you for creating these Raggedy characters! Your dolls are one of a kind and the quality is the BEST. Manufactured dolls aren't sewn together as nice as yours, I mean it, your dolls are the BEST!
Raggedy Blessings,
Becca Miller

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July 6, 2007

Good morning Gayle!!!! Guess who arrived yesterday! Yes, Pirate Cheiftain is here! He has decided to relocate and stay here with his new Raggedy Friends! Oh my gosh, he is sooooooooooooo adorable, LOVE the nose!!!!! Thank you sooooooooooo much Gayle! I will soon be sending payment for Eddie Elf and Frederika! And then I will start making payments on our project!
I'm glad you like my paintings! Thank you so much for all of your kind words Gayle! Oh it's so rewarding, it's rewarding in itself, plus it's rewarding when people tell me they like my paintings! I have been hard at work. I have completed two more paintings! I am very happy with my Nice Fat Policeman painting, I think it turned out perfect! It took longer than I expected to paint though, between drawing it and painting it, it took over four hours! Eddie Elephant didn't turn out so well, I got a little too heavy on the brush! Eddie is VERY hard to paint! But it looks ok I guess. I need more experience. I'm not giving up, I am going to attempt Eddie Elephant again someday soon! I am posting pictures of both!
Raggedy Blessings,
Becca Miller

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July 2, 2007

Hi Gayle! Guess who arrived today?! My Georgene Beloved Belindy! Oh she is so pretty Gayle! I can hardly wait to dress her with the clothes you are making for her. Now I wish I had went a head and had you make them!
Oh Gayle, she is so pretty, and in very good condition. Do you have a photo of which Belindy she is, she is in the Raggedy Ann & Andy Family Album by Susan Garrison, the revised 4th addition on page 62 in the bottom left corner. The Belindy with the yellow buttons. Her skirt along the top is gathered and her apron has a type of lace or ribbon surrounding it. Her blouse is a true bright red. You had asked if I wanted the skirt long or a little shorter. I want it to be about the length it was on the original Georegene Belindy. I promise to send a nice picture of her once she is fully dressed! Can't wait to hear from you Gayle!
Lots of Hugs & Kisses, Becca Miller

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June 28, 2007
Oh Boy Gayle, I can't wait until Pirate Cheiftain arrives!!!! I'm also EXTREMELY EXTREMELY EXCITED about purchasing your new character dolls!!!!! Wow, what a GREAT discount you are giving me!!! Gayle, I am so happy that I found your site on the web! It all started with Beloved Belindy for my August Birthday last year, remember! All together, counting Pirate Cheiftain, I own six of your characters! Soon, in time for my Birthday in August, I will own eight!
Junior just called me into the bedroom to tuck him in for bed and I ran this idea by him, he said it sounds GREAT and to tell you that he is going to try to have all of these dolls paid for in time for Christmas, which would be around six months. He said they will be his Christmas gift to me. I told him that you may not have all of the dolls done by then, which is fine, so he ask could you send what dolls will be completed by then. Please don't stress Gayle, even after I have the order paid for in full, please take your time! No stress, no worries! Oh boy, I'm so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you sooooooo much Gayle!
Thanks again Gayle, you are the GREATEST!!!!!
God Bless,
Becca Miller

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June 28,2007

Oh Gayle, I'm so happy that I have you excited about your new characters, and a little overwhelmed, hee hee!!! Everything sounds perfect!!!!! Just let me know when you have thought of a group price and are ready to begin! Again, no rush, take your time.
A page for me, on your site, how thoughtful! I too have you listed on my links page!
Raggedy Hugs & Kisses and EXCITEMENT!,
Becca Miller

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June 27, 2007

Oh boy oh boy! Thanks again Gayle! I didn't know that you are a night owl like me, he he! Could you give me the price for the skirt, apron and head wrap please, I'd appreciate it. I know I keep saying this, but I just can't wait until I own all of your characters! And I'm soooooooo excited about the new characters you will be introducing! Do you know how many new characters you will be making?
Gayle, I didn't know if you seen these pictures, but they are from an old thread on our board and Christina from our board brought the thread back up to everyone's attention. I'm so glad she did, I never got to see these WONDERFUL WONDERFUL WONDERFUL pictures! So here they are, just in case you didn't get to see them. I know you certainly can appreciate these dolls!
God Bless,
Becca Miller
All are original!!!!!!

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June 26, 2007

Hi Gayle!
Guess what Junior bought me?! One of those old petal cars fully restored. It is painted to look like a police car. When I seen it, I said "OH I LOVE THAT CAR!" But I said "I don't know what use I would have for it." I began wishing that I had a use for it. Then Junior said "Hey, Nice Fat Policeman can sit in it, in your Raggedy room!" I flipped, what a WONDERFUL idea! The car was fairly expensive, but Junior had them call the owner of the booth and talked him down a little bit.
Well, I just wanted to share with you what Nice Fat Policeman has been up to!
Raggedy Blessings,
Becca Miller

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June 15, 2007

I have been working in my Raggedy room today. My shelfs along the ceiling should be put up soon. One entire shelf is going to be dedicated to your characters! I can't wait until I have enough to fill a whole shelf! I really think that Eddie Elephant will always be my favorite. Who is your favorite? Not including Raggedy Ann & Andy, cause we both know that Raggedy Ann & Andy is both of our favorites. After I have all of the characters, I also plan to buy two or three sets of Raggedy Ann & Andy from you. I can't wait to see what new characters you will be offering!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I will chat with you some more tomorrow! Have a GREAT weekend!
Raggedy Hugs & Kisses,
Becca Miller

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June 12, 2007

Hi Gayle! So nice to hear from you! I had a WONDERFUL time in Arcola IL for the Raggedy Ann & Andy festival! I wish you could have joined us in Arcola! Maybe someday we will meet!
Guess what! I'm ready to place another order! I would like to order Pirate Cheiftan. I also know which dolls I want for the upcoming months a head. My birthday is in August, so I have told my parents that I would like for them to order Frederika for me and my husband is going to order Eddie Elf for me. For now though, lets start with Pirate Cheiftan. Is that ok?
I am still loving Eddie Elephant! I love all of my Johnny Gruelle character dolls made by you! I can't wait to own all of them!
To view the Arcola IL Raggedy Ann & Andy festival thru my eyes, click on the link below!
Raggedy Blessings,
Becca Miller

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April 23, 2007

I'm baaaaack! I would be pleased if you could make me an Eddie Elephant! I really intended on ordering a Frederika doll this time, but just can't wait to see the Eddie Elephant in person! I spoke to a lady this past weekend, at the Cynthiana KY Raggedy Ann & Andy festival, who owns THREE original Eddie Elephants! She will not sell ANY of them! She was a very nice lady, I don't blame her for keeping all of them. Your name came up several times this past weekend. Of course I took my brag book, and in my album are pictures of the dolls I have ordered from you. Most people already knew who you were! I was surprised to see how many people knew who I am because of my site http://www.raggedyanncollectors.com/ . It was a LOVELY weekend, the festival was nice. The best part wasn't the things I bought, but all of the nice people I got to meet!
Please let me know if you can create an Eddie Elephant for me. I look forward to hearing from you Gayle!
Lots of Raggedy Hugs,
Becca Miller

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March 5, 2005
This was the description on an ebay listing March 5, 2005, where one of my Knickerbocker Beloved Belindy dolls was resold for $157.50 (original cost $85 by (mountainmaureen)
Description
I have up for auction this beautiful reproduction of the hard-to-find and even harder-to-pay-for Beloved Belindy by Knickerbocker. This lovely doll was purchased from doll artist Gayle Garbarino of Not So Raggedy Acre. She is wonderfully handmade, and will come to you with her tag and in her plastic bag that she came in. She has been in my dark closet, in my smoke-free home. She has never been displayed or played with. I think you can see in the photos that Gayle has made a very faithful reproduction of this Belindy. The facial features are painted on and she has black button eyes. The dress, apron, and pantaloons are removable. They look exactly like the Knickerbocker original! The red bandanna is fixed to her head as was the original Knickerbocker. She is in perfect, like new condition! You will love her! This auction will be final, so please ask questions if there is something important to you that I have forgotten to mention. Good luck and thanks for viewing my auction!

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Hi Gail,
I have visited your web page, and I am wondering if either the Molly-E's, or
the Exposition you had emailed me a picture of, are available for sale at
this time. I love so many of them! I am just back from vacation, and
settling back in.Thank You very much,
Kim

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Gail,
They ARE AWESOME! I now also love the Awake/Asleep Raggedy!!! Can't wait to
see the Expo Ann. I can see where this is time consuming for you, but they
are beautiful! Thank You again for all of this,
Kim

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Sept 25, 2007(Ann Harrington)

Dear Gayle,
I hardly know what to say... When I opened the package and saw the
"Granny Annie" pillow, I started to cry. I could hardly believe that
someone I have never met could be so kind. This has been such a wonderful
adventure working with you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

I have to tell you what happened. I couldn't wait to dress up in my
costume. I had just finished getting dressed and my daughter walked in.
She screamed and ran from the room. When I called out, "It's just me!",
she ran back in and couldn't stop laughing. We sat and laughed together
for about 15 minutes. We were dying. She immediately took a phone
picture and sent it to everyone in the family. We have been getting calls
non-stop from everyone. They all think it is the cutest thing in the
world. We have had such fun!

We sent the picture to you as well. I hope you got it! You must have
such a joyful life making everyone so happy. You have made my entire
month. I'm going to take the pillow and make a shadow box with the pillow
in the middle. As each grandchild comes along, I will add their name
around the pillow with their name and birthdate. My children all LOVE the
idea.

Gayle, you are wonderful! Thank you so much!

Ann

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So Raggedy AcresTMCollectible
Treasure is signed and dated on it's little
"tush", and comes with my handmade,dated and numbered body-label sewn into the side
seam..... and a hand-made heart-shaped
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